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World Refugee Day: Helping refugees at DIVERSEcity
June 20, 2019
There has been a long history of civil war and conflict between the two African countries of Eritrea… Read more
What’s Victoria Day all about?
May 15, 2019
This weekend is a long weekend in Canada because it’s Victoria Day on Monday May 20! But what… Read more
Generous donation is good for both immigrants and the environment
May 10, 2019
Two BC non-profit organizations have come together to enhance the delivery of services to newcomers with innovative technology,… Read more
Understanding Ramadan – May 6 to June 4
May 6, 2019
Ramadan has begun for 1.8 billion Muslims around the world, including more than one million Muslims in Canada.… Read more
The Journey from Volunteer to DIVERSEcity Employee
April 10, 2019
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There’s still time to register for DIVERSEcity's Roots of Safety Training! ![]()
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Explore a culturally safe and respectful approach to safety planning with immigrants and refugees from a trauma-informed lens.![]()
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Held during Victims and Survivors of Crime Week, this training is a powerful tool for service providers in their empowerment planning with immigrant populations including women, LGBTQ+, youth, adults and seniors. ![]()
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These one-day training workshops (8:30 am – 4:30 pm) will be available May 13 and May 14. ![]()
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Registration is $25 and will include breakfast and lunch. ![]()
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For more information and to register, please visit: ow.ly/O3nr50RpJ5m![]()
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#SurreyBC #VictimsandSurvivorsofCrimeWeek, NewToBC , BC Society of Transition Houses Umoja Operation Compassion Society of British Columbia Mothers Matter Centre
We are excited to share a recap video from the recent Speed Networking event hosted by our BIPOC Unified Inclusive Leading Organization Development for South Fraser (B.U.I.L.D.S.) Project. ![]()
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Through the event, we successfully fostered collaboration, innovation, and solidarity, strengthening grassroots BIPOC organization's capacity to address sector challenges and enact positive change. ![]()
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Currently we are actively seeking grassroots organizations to join the B.U.I.L.D.S. Project. ![]()
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For more information email Sumaiyyah Adam at sadam@dcrs.ca, call 604-307-6486 or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/partnership-services/b-u-i-l-d-s-proje#forpeopleforcommunitiesi#surreybcr#DeltaD#bipocB#southfraserr#grassrootsroots
Last Sunday, our C.A.R.E. for Migrant Workers program hosted a welcome event for the migrant workers in our community. We are grateful to have partnered with Dignidad Migrante to provide a comfortable and inclusive space for everyone to relax, make connections and find support. ![]()
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Learn more about C.A.R.E. here: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/community-connections/services-for-non-permanent-residents/collective-ad...![]()
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#surreybc #migrantworkers #community
Call for Indigenous Mural Artist![]()
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Apply now by May 13! ![]()
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DIVERSEcity is seeking an Indigenous artist with experience designing murals to create a signature artwork with an overarching theme of connecting Indigenous and newcomer communities in line with truth and reconciliation.![]()
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In this role, you will be the lead artist, leading a small team of newcomers to create a collaborative mural in DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus’ event space.![]()
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For more details and to apply, please visit: ow.ly/PybW50RxRNy![]()
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#SurreyBC #Indigenous #artist #FirstNations #art #mural #indigenousartist #truthandreconciliation![]()
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Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Association - FRAFCA City of Surrey Surrey Schools Surrey Libraries Arts Council of Surrey Museum of Surrey Surrey Art Gallery BC Arts Council BC Alliance for Arts + Culture
Today begins Mental Health Week (May 6–12, 2024) and this year’s theme is healing with compassion. ![]()
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Here at DIVERSEcity, one of our values is connection and purpose and we believe that goes together with compassion. We have a variety of mental health programs and supports including family, individual, youth, child and substance use counselling. ![]()
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For more information about DIVERSEcity’s mental health services visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/mental-health-and-substance-use-services/ ![]()
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#compassionconnects