National Indigenous History Month
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day
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In Canada, June marks National Indigenous History Month, a significant period dedicated to acknowledging the profound history, cultural heritage, unwavering resilience, and vibrant diversity of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
2024 Weekly Themes:
- June 1 to 9: Environment, traditional knowledge and territory
- June 10 to 16: Children and youth
- June 17 to 23: Languages, cultures and arts
- June 24 to 30: Women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people
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PRIDE MONTH
June is Pride Month!
Pride Month, typically celebrated in June, is a time globally recognized for honouring the LGBTQ2S+ community's history and achievements. It serves as a platform for advocating for equal rights and acceptance while fostering visibility and solidarity among LGBTQ2S+ individuals and allies. Pride events, ranging from parades to educational seminars, aim to promote understanding, celebrate diversity, and create safer, more inclusive spaces. Ultimately, Pride Month stands as a symbol of resilience, empowerment, and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ2S+ rights worldwide.
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Warm Welcome to Our Practicum Students!
Say hello to our wonderful practicum students from Bow Valley College! They will be with us till the end of June.
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Duha
she/her
1st Year Social Work Diploma Student
My name is Duha Anjum & this is my cat. I was born and raised in Fort McMurray, Alberta. I am currently a first-year social work student; I have a deep passion for helping people in the community of Calgary.
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Laine
she/her
2nd Year Social Work Diploma Student
I am a proud mom of two and a full-time student in a Social Work program. I enjoy connecting with people and learning about their cultures, beliefs, and experiences. I also have a passion for music, which is my form of self-care.
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UPDATES IN AND AROUND OUR COMMUNITY | |
These free workshops/Clinics are open to all women-identifying folks.
To register for any of these workshops or get more information, email RSVP@womenscentrecalgary.org (including your name and phone number) or call (403) 264-1155
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The Women's Centre will be open for drop-in 11 A.M. - 4 P.M., Monday to Thursday, and Friday 9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
We remain reachable by phone, email, or registration from 9:30 A.M. - 7:30 P.M., Monday to Thursday, and Friday 9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M., and are closed on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
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