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A life-saving workshop in response to toxic drug supply in BC
November 30, 2023
International students are at high risk of overdose in BC due to toxic drug supply As a part… Read more
More than 200 coats donated and distributed to refugees
November 30, 2023
DIVERSEcity’s Bundle Up Campaign collected coats for refugees Refugees in Surrey will be a little warmer this winter… Read more
Going above and beyond: DIVERSEcity’s Meheret Bisrat recognized by Community Leader Awards
November 30, 2023
Meheret Bisrat was recognized by the Surrey Now-Leader‘s Community Leader Awards in the Above & Beyond category (Honourable… Read more
Amy’s Story: Starting over
November 17, 2023
Starting over as a newcomer is never without its challenges. That’s where DIVERSEcity Settlement Services steps in to… Read more
Supporting pay transparency legislation and beyond
November 1, 2023
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Vandna Joshi is DIVERSEcity's new Director, Social Entrepreneurship, a new role overseeing several social enterprises, self-employment programs and more. ![]()
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Vandna has held leadership roles at DIVERSEcity since 2016, using her strategic outlook and determination to lead exponential expansion of DIVERSEcity’s employment portfolio in funding, community partnerships, diversity of programs and impact in the community. ![]()
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Vandna immigrated to Canada as skilled professional with a bachelor’s degree in ayurvedic medicine and master’s in psychology 20 years ago. ![]()
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Recipient of the Surrey Women in Business Award – Non-profit Leader in 2022, Vandna says, "Leadership is a business of kindness and nurturing in all aspects. My priority is to develop a collaborative culture in the workplace, which is driven by strategic innovation, keen business acumen and respect for all." ![]()
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Read more about Vandna here: www.dcrs.ca/about-us/executive-team/
Welcome to our new Director, Settlement & Community Development — Meheret Bisrat!![]()
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Meheret is a dedicated advocate for equitable communities, boasting more than 13 years of unwavering commitment to serving at DIVERSEcity. ![]()
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Her journey with the organization began as a passionate volunteer, igniting her lifelong dedication to supporting newcomer immigrants and refugees on their journey to integration and inclusion within Canada.![]()
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Throughout her tenure, Meheret has held pivotal roles within DIVERSEcity, in both frontline and management, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs and challenges faced by newcomers.![]()
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In her new role as Director of Settlement & Community Development, Meheret is poised to continue her mission of effecting positive change and catalyzing meaningful impact. ![]()
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"I am deeply honoured by the opportunity to serve and look forward to embarking on an enduring journey of impact and advocacy," Meheret says. ![]()
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Read more about Meheret at the link in bio.
We met with DIVERSEcity’s Volunteer Coordinator, Faiaz Ahmad Faqiri, who expressed his gratitude for all the volunteers who help support our efforts to help people and strengthen communities. ![]()
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DIVERSEcity volunteers help with everything from leading computer classes to delivering much-needed hot meals to isolated seniors. ![]()
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“We really appreciate the volunteers for their great contributions to their community and its residents. We’re always grateful for them,” says Faiaz. ![]()
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Are you interested in becoming a DIVERSEcity volunteer? Please visit: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ ![]()
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#NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2024 #volunteer #thankyou #EveryMomentMatters
What is one of the many benefits of volunteering? The friendships that blossom! ![]()
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Meet Bala and Janis, two volunteers who helped at our Income Tax Clinic, who gleefully shared how one benefit of volunteering is the opportunity to "make some friends." ![]()
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When asked why she chose to volunteer with DIVERSEcity, Janis shares that it was an “opportunity for me to use a skillset I have to give back to the community, especially for newcomers.” ![]()
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Bala shared that what she likes about volunteering is learning about others' culture and “meet different people from different communities and sometimes they share how they came or their language and that fascinates me.” ![]()
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Their contributions, along with all our other volunteers, have made a significant impact on our community. Thank you! Happy National Volunteer Week! ![]()
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Want to volunteer with us? Visit www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/![]()
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#NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2024 #volunteer #thankyou #EveryMomentMatters
It’s National Volunteer Week and we want to shine a spotlight on the volunteers helping our Therapeutic Activation Program for Seniors (TAPS). TAPS supports seniors experiencing barriers in accessing community resources with group exercise classes and more.![]()
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This program is an important service that could not exist without the compassion and commitment of our volunteers. Their dedication helps bring smiles and support to the seniors in our community. ![]()
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“I think volunteering is very important for everyone to do at least once in their life,” says Sanam, TAPS volunteer. ![]()
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For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit: www.dcrs.ca/volunteer/ ![]()
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#NationalVolunteerWeek #NVW2024 #volunteer #thankyou #SurreyBC