Join Afsana Gibson-Chowdhury for an enlightening and educational course on inclusion at Beach United on Saturday, April 29th from 1:30-3pm. Ontario is one of the most multicultural places to live in the world. With over 200 different cultures, understanding cultural sensitivities has become one of the cornerstones in building successful and inclusive communities. This course provides a deep dive into cultural learning and how to engage with all members of our community effectively. Objectives:...
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This is an event to understand our Iranian neighbours. Learn about the conflicts but also their art. Questions and conversations encouraged This is an opportunity to hear about the conflicts that have been happening in Iran, including the recent killing of the young girl, Mahsa Amini, but the oppression has been going on for decades. Many Iranian families have chosen to live in Richmond Hill and nearby. They are hurting. They are asking for allies. There will be 2 speakers, and Iranian music...
This comprehensive presentation covers topics from the Imperial Context, Canada’s Indigenous Policy, The Indian Residential Settlement Agreement, to United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). The presentation allows for an in-depth understanding of TRC’s final report, its 10 Principles and 94 Calls to Action. The Truth and Reconciliation presentation provides insight into the Progress Report, Examples of Implementations, Personal Acts of Reconciliation, Barriers...
Upcoming Free Webinar - Safer Communities Project Description This session is designed to offer participants insights into the effects of racism on our mental health. Participants will explore the signs and symptoms of common mental health conditions, and the impacts of racism on both physical and psychological health. Participants are introduced to positive coping strategies to maintain mental well-being and build self-care actions to support overall mental well-being. Participants will:...
Lessons & Legacies of the Holocaust Thursday, October 13 at 2 p.m. By Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies “The Holocaust is not just a Jewish story, but a human story.” Explore the history of the Holocaust and the attitudes and social forces that enabled one of the darkest periods of human history to occur. Presenter: Elena Kingsbury Elena Kingsbury has been an educator with FSWC for the past 4.5 years and has taught thousands of students across Ontario - in...