The Art & Well-being Program held at

the Cook County Department of Corrections, Women's Division transforms the women's jail tier into an art studio; a space where women have the opportunity to explore their creativity by creating mixed media art journals while learning & practicing mindfulness meditation techniques.

One Heart One Soul, in collaboration with

 teaching artist Loui L. Butler.

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The Art & Wellbeing program started summer of 2022 and has served approximately 81 women at the Cook County Department of Corrections. Women share they feel better about themselves and are less stressed and frustrated. The women feel this arts program provides a safe environment for them to explore their creativity.