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World Refugee Day Special: Savan’s Story
June 18, 2021
Coming to Canada as a privately sponsored refugee, Iraqi-born youth Savan Kajo’s journey has just begun. By Taylor… Read more
World Refugee Day Special: Meron’s story
June 18, 2021
DIVERSEcity RISE Program client Meron shares her decade-long journey to Canada and the obstacles she had to overcome… Read more
World Refugee Day Special: Thu Meh’s story
June 17, 2021
A DIVERSEcity RISE Program client, Thu Meh shares her story and struggles she faced with language, facing a… Read more
Supporting Pride Month in a pandemic shows it’s not just an event; it’s a time for healing
June 10, 2021
Raise your flag for Pride Month, says Kristi Pinderi of DIVERSEcity June is Pride Month, and Kristi Pinderi,… Read more
BCAA Community Child Car Seat Program helps DIVERSEcity donate car seats to local families
June 8, 2021
DIVERSEcity’s RISE program is excited to announce that, through the generosity of the BCAA Community Child Car Seat… Read more
Are you between the ages 13–24? ![]()
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Join our DIVERSEyouth English Club! These free workshops will help you improve your English-speaking skills and vocabulary while enjoying fun activities where you’ll: ![]()
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🎉 Build your community ![]()
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🎉 Explore education interests ![]()
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🎉 Find your career path ![]()
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🎉 Develop your skills ![]()
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Starting soon on Wednesdays, 4:30 pm onwards ![]()
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For more information including updates on the start date contact 604-218-1441, email robeydi@dcrs.ca or visit www.dcrs.ca/our-services/youth-programs/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #youth #free #workshop
“The impact of the Coast Capital Credentialing Program for Newcomer Women has been tremendous for its participants since its inaugural launch in 2021. The stories we have heard from so many skilled immigrant women have profoundly impacted us and we have cheered along with their success as they find their way through challenging relicensing processes,” ![]()
— Vandna Joshi, Director, Social Entrepreneurship and Employment, at DIVERSEcity. ![]()
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Sponsored and funded by Coast Capital, the Coast Capital Credentialing Program for Newcomer Women connects newcomer women (less than five years in Canada) with a career navigator who will help guide their employment journey with a range of services, including: career navigation sessions, connections and referrals to loan programs, career path exploration, mentorship opportunities, workshops and grant money of up to 2,000 to cover credentialing costs. ![]()
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We are thrilled to announce Coast Capital is re-investing in skilled immigrant women through the relaunch of the Coast Capital Credentialing Program for Newcomer Women for the third time! ![]()
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Read the full story here www.dcrs.ca/credentialing-program-for-newcomer-women-supported-by-coast-capital-returns-for-a-thi... ![]()
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Find out more and apply here www.dcrs.ca/our-services/employment-programs/credentialing-program-for-newcomer-women/ ![]()
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#ForPeopleForCommunities #CoastCapital #newcomer #women
Happy Lunar New Year! xīn nián hǎo (新年好)🧧 ![]()
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We at DIVERSEcity would like to wish you and your loved ones a prosperous and happy new year. ![]()
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This year is the Year of the Wood Snake, and the upcoming year promises a potentially be a time of renewal, transformation and growth. ![]()
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May this Lunar New Year cycle bring you abundance, happiness and success in all your endeavours in 2025. ![]()
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#lunarnewyear #ChineseNewYear ![]()
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*The following predictions were shared from information found on the Chinese New Year. net website
Today marks the eighth anniversary of the Quebec Mosque attack, which resulted in the death of six and many more injuries. ![]()
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The National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia serves as a day to honour those lives lost and a day to remember the continued work we must do to eradicate hate and racism in Canada. ![]()
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Our thoughts are with anyone who has lost a family member, friend or loved one in the 2017 Quebec City Mosque shooting. ![]()
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Tonight is the first of many workshops part of our Together Against Hate project. ![]()
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A virtual workshop held from 6–8 pm Breaking Barriers: Understanding and Overcoming Islamophobia aims to equip attendees with the tools and knowledge needed to tackle anti-Islam hate by addressing personal and systemic biases and build bridges of understanding across diverse communities. ![]()
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Spots are still open. Register for the workshop tonight and find out more about the Together Against Hate project here: www.dcrs.ca/resources/together-against-hate-project/ ![]()
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#TogetherAgainstHate #StopIslamophobia
Hate is not new. It is as old as humankind and has lingered and evolved, building deep, structural roots that weave into our systems, thoughts and even language. ![]()
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If we want to choose harmony over hate, it’s up to all of us to: ![]()
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🤝🏻 Listen and learn from each other and ![]()
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🤝🏻 Share safe spaces to inspire dialogue and build connections ![]()
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🤝🏻 Support others who are different than us ![]()
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🤝🏻 Use inclusive language and understand it’s always changing ![]()
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🤝🏻 Challenge our own bias with courage and humility ![]()
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🤝🏻 Be an ally to those who are marginalized or face hatred ![]()
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🤝🏻 Stand up and speak out — together against hate. ![]()
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Education and understanding are our most powerful defenses against hate. By learning from one another and seeking out diverse perspectives, we can begin to dismantle the structural roots of hate and replace them with empathy and connection. ![]()
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At DIVERSEcity, we are committed to this ongoing journey of growth and reflection. That’s why we’re curating a comprehensive list of resources, campaigns and reports to support meaningful action. There is so much research and information to discover, and many people, experts and organizations to learn from. Discover our growing collection of resources here: www.dcrs.ca/resources/together-against-hate-project/ ![]()
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Want to join in the dialogue? Don’t miss our upcoming workshops over the next several weeks. Learn more and register here: www.dcrs.ca/resources/together-against-hate-project/ ![]()
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If you’ve experienced hate or racism support is available. Contact United Way BC - Lower Mainland’s racistincidenthelpline.ca (1-833-457-5463). ![]()
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#TogetherAgainstHate #Racism #Stophate #Workshops #ForPeopleForCommunities