Alongside this recognition, Shyronie Davis, Founder of Rooted Wisdom CIC and psychodynamic practitioner, was invited to contribute to an interdisciplinary conference responding to Bashy’s Being Poor Is Expensive, hosted online and in person at the iconic Roundhouse, Camden.
Her presentation, “How Black Men Lose Their Smile: A Psychodynamic Reflection on Grief, Resistance, and the Unseen Self,”
explored how structural inequality, racialised expectations, and unprocessed grief shape Black male emotional life. Drawing on clinical and frontline work with young men in custodial and community settings, the talk examined how joy and vulnerability are often suppressed as survival strategies — and how therapeutic spaces can offer an alternative narrative rooted in recognition and care.

The conference brought together academics, practitioners, artists, musicians, and educators to explore the cultural, political, and psychological significance of the album as a modern Black British text.

Shyronie Davis, Founder of Rooted Wisdom CIC, was invited to the House of Lords to meet with Lord Dr. Michael Hastings and his son, to discuss trauma-informed practice and the organisation’s work supporting young people and young men impacted by the criminal justice system. The discussion focused on lived experience, systemic inequality, and the importance of culturally responsive approaches within justice and care settings.

The Royal Borough of Greenwich public event took place at the end of this year and was an opportunity for the team to connect with locals and young people in the community in a direct and effective way. Rooted wisdom was able to sell their merch and engage with new audiences whilst also building networks with other likeminded market holders.

Rooted Wisdom CIC officially launched in April 2024 with a community event held in Brixton, marking the beginning of the organisation’s work supporting young people and families through culturally grounded, trauma-informed practice.

The launch brought together community members, practitioners, and supporters to introduce Rooted Wisdom’s vision and values, with a focus on healing, identity, and emotional resilience within Black and marginalised communities. The event was attended and covered by The Voice Newspaper, one of the UK’s leading Black newspapers, helping to amplify the organisation’s mission at an early stage of its development.

This launch represented a significant milestone, grounding Rooted Wisdom in community, culture, and collective intention from the outset.

Rooted Wisdom CIC held a second community launch in Woolwich, supported by funding from The National Lottery Community Fund.

This event celebrated the delivery of community-based workshops and wellbeing spaces for young people and parents, centred on trauma awareness, emotional regulation, racial identity, and collective healing. The launch reflected Rooted Wisdom’s commitment to accessible, grassroots support — creating spaces where families could come together to learn, reflect, and connect.

The Woolwich launch marked an important step in Rooted Wisdom’s growth, demonstrating funder trust, community engagement, and the organisation’s ability to deliver meaningful, locally rooted work.

In April 2025, Shyronie Davis, Founder of Rooted Wisdom CIC, was invited to speak at a Business and Community Connections event led by the Royal Borough of Greenwich.

The event brought together local businesses, community organisations, and strategic partners to strengthen collaboration and highlight impactful grassroots work across the borough. Shyronie was invited to contribute a presentation as part of a wider session delivered by CNT Associates, with the invitation extended by Gary Parker.

During the session, Shyronie presented the work of Rooted Wisdom CIC, outlining the organisation’s mission, programmes, and growing impact. She spoke about Rooted Wisdom’s trauma-informed, culturally grounded approach to supporting young people and families, with a particular focus on racial identity, emotional wellbeing, and community-based healing.

The presentation generated strong interest and visibility for Rooted Wisdom CIC, contributing to increased public awareness and strengthening local connections across Greenwich. The invitation reflected early recognition of Rooted Wisdom as a credible and emerging organisation within local authority and professional spaces.