Mission
Moving Rasa supports people of all backgrounds in transforming their relationship to masculinity, culture, and the body through Southeast Asian-rooted, somatic practices.
We cultivate joy, healing, & leadership across communities to disrupt patterns of harm, and create cultures of connection.
Vision
We envision a world where difference becomes a source of connection, where people move through life with joy and integrity, & where cultures of care replace cycles of violence.
Our programs focus on movement-based healing to help marginalized communities, especially those from Southeast Asian, Pacific Islander, Black, & Indigenous backgrounds across ability & age.
Mission
Moving Rasa supports people of all backgrounds, including Southeast Asian, Pacific Islander, Black, and Indigenous communities across ability and age, in transforming their relationship to masculinity, culture, and the body through Southeast Asian-rooted somatic practices.
We cultivate joy, healing, and leadership to disrupt patterns of harm and create cultures of connection, empowering individuals and groups to reclaim their narratives, reconnect with their bodies, and build stronger, more resilient communities.
Vision
Our primary vision is to create safe, affirming spaces where BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities can engage in movement-based inquiry, healing, and transformation.
We are especially committed to supporting survivors of sexual violence and addressing the role of masculinity in both harm and healing. Through specialized training and somatic practice rooted in Southeast Asian traditions, we provide tools for individuals to reconnect with their bodies, reclaim agency, and foster resilience in community.
Foundation
The Moving Rasa framework integrates principles of somatics, community organizing, and trauma-informed practices to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can engage in experiential learning. Through this process, they develop the capacity to co-regulate their nervous systems, navigate relationships, and align with what feels meaningful.
Theory of Change
1 in 6 men experience sexual abuse or assault in their lifetime (RAINN).
Male survivors are 50% less likely than women to disclose their assault (Easton, 2013).
Among veterans, 61% of men with military sexual trauma report ongoing loneliness and relational isolation (Monteith et al., 2016).
Men with histories of sexual abuse are 3 times more likely to attempt suicide (Easton et al., 2010).
47% of transgender people have been sexually assaulted (U.S. Transgender Survey, 2015).
1 in 2 bisexual women and 2 in 5 gay men experience sexual violence (CDC, 2010 NISVS).
These statistics are not just numbers, they reflect lives impacted by trauma, isolation, and silence. At Moving Rasa, we strive to break that silence by centering healing, connection, and community-led transformation.
Our Approach
Indonesian philosophy: Scaffolds growth and transformation of our consciousness on indigenous world views.
Body Awareness: Helping individuals reconnect with their bodies and lived experiences.
Community Connection: Encouraging co-regulation, investigation, and co-creation within communities.
Cultural Reflection: Supporting the recovery of relationships to culture and community.
Core Values
Trust: Building safe and supportive environments.
Vulerability: Encouraging openness and honesty.
Cooperation: Promoting teamwork and mutual support.
Perseverance: Cultivating resilience and determination.
Play: Embracing joy and creativity in movement.
Wisdom: Valuing lived experiences and diverse perspectives.
The Framework
The Moving Rasa framework is a dynamic approach designed to help individuals and communities reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and lived experiences through movement and awareness. As a practice, Moving Rasa, formerly known as Parcon Resilience, is inspired by movement across obstacles and contact improvisation with inquiry as a bridge to connecting to one’s bodies/consciousness across physical, mental, emotional and spiritual realms.
he framework integrates principles of somatics, community organizing, and trauma-informed practices to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can engage in experiential learning. Through this process, they develop the capacity to co-regulate their nervous systems, navigate relationships, and align with what feels meaningful.
The concept of Rasa, the Indonesian word for "taste" or "essence," is essential to the framework encouraging participants to explore their inner landscapes and relationships with others, fostering a deeper understanding of personal and collective identity.