TAW*C Seminar: Coping, Confidence & Well-Being (December 5)
TAW*C is hosting a Self Care & Love Seminar on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. ET in the ACTRA Toronto Boardroom (625 Church St, suite 200, Toronto, ON). This event is open to women, non-binary, transgender members, and TAW*C members.
As we all know, our industry can be incredibly rewarding—but also uniquely demanding.
Constant auditions, unpredictable schedules, public scrutiny, long days on set, and the emotional labour that comes with creative work can deeply impact our mental and emotional well-being.
That’s why taking care of ourselves and believing in ourselves—isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Prioritizing our inner balance, resilience, and grounding allows us to show up as our best, most authentic selves in both our work and personal lives.
This seminar is designed to support exactly that.
TAW*C is honoured to welcome Tish Binzangi and Tahirah Reynolds as the seminar speakers. They each bring deep expertise, heart and lived experience to their work, and we’re excited for the conversations and tools they’ll be sharing.
This session will be offered in a hybrid format, so you’re welcome to join in person or via Zoom, whichever works best for you.
Topics:
- Coping with rejection
- Managing anxiety and stress on set
- Work–life balance in the industry
Extras:
- Guided meditation or energy-clearing exercise for confidence
✨ Special Surprise:
Two in-person participants have a chance win a 20-minute individual session with the speakers.
Pizza and pop will be provided for in-person attendees. Please note, only 30 in-person spots are available.
Registration is below. Registration closes at 4:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 4, 2025. The Zoom link will be sent to online participants Friday morning.
If you have any questions, please email tawc@actratoronto.com
About the speakers :
⭐ Tahirah Reynolds
Tahirah is a therapist, registered social worker, and artist with over 10 years of experience dedicated to creating spaces where racialized communities feel seen, valued, and empowered. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto, specializing in mental health and health. Her previous roles include work as a youth worker at 360°kids and as a research assistant at the University of Toronto.
Tahirah currently practices with Breanna Chanelle Therapeutic Services and provides trauma therapy through the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Black Health and Social Services Hub. Rooted in a commitment to liberation, she brings warmth, honesty, humour, and depth to conversations on race, mental health, and identity.
⭐ Tish Binzangi
Tish is a registered therapist with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW), with over 10 years of diverse experience across social services and mental health. She has supported children, youth, adults, and families in various settings, including the education system—where she served as a Child and Youth Worker with the York Region District School Board—as well as special needs therapy (IBI and ABA), newcomer settlement services, and programs supporting individuals and families impacted by drug and alcohol addiction.
Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and deeply client-centered.