ActionDignity

Volunteer Recruitment by F.O.C.U.S on Seniors
2025-03-05 00:00 - 2025-03-06 00:00 (America/Denver)
Are you willing to contribute to communities?nnF.O.C.U.S. on Seniors is looking for volunteers!nnCall 403-630-7689 if you are interested.nnLearn more about the organization: www.focusonseniors.cann&nbsp

Anti-racism Training with Ethnocultural Community Organizations
2025-03-06 17:00 - 19:30, 2025-03-10 17:00 - 19:30
This workshop will provide educational insights into race racialization and racism. Participants will explore the historical context behind these issues and learn practical skills to actively practice anti-racism.

International Women's Day Celebration
2025-03-08 13:00 - 15:00
FirstStep Together is holding an International Women’s Day event: “Celebrating Women’s Resilience Embracing Racial Justice”. There will be a panel discussion to share experiences or stories against racism and gender-based violence in society and workplaces and networking with advocates of Anti Racism.
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Date: March 08 2025
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Time: 1:00 PM
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Location: Calgary City Hall Atrium
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For registration contact: 587-968-2922

Community Conversation: Understanding Anti-Black Racism and It's Impact on Maternal and Family Health in Calgary
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00
Check out one of our member organizations’ Antiracism Community Action Plan:nnUnderstanding Anti-Black Racism and It’s Impact on Maternal and Family Health in Calgary by Hands Lifting Hearts Initiatives Society.nnDate: March 15 2025nnTime: 10:00 AMnnLocation: CACC Building 29th Street NE CalgarynnRegister Here

Community Free Tax Clinic
2025-03-15 10:00 - 15:00
Our member organization Korok Society is organizing a community free tax clinic. Feel free to join if you need it.

Celebrating International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
2025-03-20 17:00 - 20:30
ActionDignity is holding one of its signature events next Thursday to celebrate the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Join us in this inspiring event. A keynote with the theme of Empowering Voices of Racialized Communities in Dismantling Systemic and Institutional Racism will be presented.
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Date: Thursday March 20 2025
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Time: 5:00 pm-8:30 pm
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Venue: Polish Canadian Cultural Centre 3015 15 Street Northeast Calgary AB T2E 7L8
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Youth Wellness Leader Certificate Training
2025-03-21 09:00 - 14:00
This pioneering pre-employment training is organized by Calgary Newcomers Guide (CNG) and will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to:
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✅ Create welcoming and inclusive spaces for all
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✅ Support healthy child development
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✅ Understand provincial after-school activity guidelines
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✅ Promote well-being in schools and community programs
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Who Can Join? Youth aged 15-25 who are interested in working with children and youth in recreation settings.
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The training will take place on March 21st from 9 AM to 2 PM Location is Central Public Library.
nLearn more about the program: https://calgarynewcomersguide.com/home-1-1nnRegister Here

Anti-racism Expressions
2025-03-22 11:00 - 15:30
Korok Society in Canada is organizing a community event with the topic of Anti-Racism.n
Get ready for an UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!
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– Interactive Workshops &amp Discussions
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– Youth-Led Creative Expression (Art Music &amp More!)
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– Inspiring Stories from Change Makers
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– Powerful Networking
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📍 *Who* : Anyone passionate about anti-racism and social justice
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📍 *What to bring* : Yourself your voice and your creativity!
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📍Share with friends and family who are ready to make a difference! *#Social Justice*
nRegister Here

Policy Dialogue: Reflection & Action Session 1 - Racial Trauma
2025-03-23 16:30 - 18:00
The Policy Dialogue is led by ActionDignity’s Youth Community Leadership Team (YCLT) for our youth project volutneers to examine the collected policy dialogue data reflect on the root causes of systemic barriers of racial discrimination cultural dissonance and stigma its implications on BIPOC youth mental health and develop concrete action strategies to address them.

International Women's Day Celebration
2025-03-25 17:00 - 20:00
Join us in our International Women’s Day celebration event: Spotlight on Change – Empowering Women Advancing Equality Creating Opportunities.
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Date: Tuesday March 25 2025
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Time: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
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Venue: Butt Karahi Restaurant 2750 Sunridge Blvd NE Calgary AB T1Y 3C2
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We are thrilled to have Community Advocate Sharmila Ranabhat be our Keynote speaker sharing with us the untold stories of Racialized Immigrant Women.
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Policy Dialogue: Reflection & Action Session 2 - Decolonizing the Narrative
2025-03-26 17:00 - 18:30
The Policy Dialogue is led by ActionDignity’s Youth Community Leadership Team (YCLT) for our youth project volunteers to examine the collected policy dialogue data reflect on the root causes of systemic barriers of racial discrimination cultural dissonance and stigma its implications on BIPOC youth mental health and develop concrete action strategies to address them.

Policy Dialogue: Reflection & Action Session 3-Cultural Dissonance and Mental Health Stigma
2025-03-27 17:00 - 18:30

Future Cricket Stars League-2025 Free Summer Season Open Trials
2025-04-05 09:30 - 17:00

Climate adaptation train-the-trainer workshop
2025-04-10 14:00 - 16:00
This workshop is for ActionDignity’s Climate Adaptation project partners to get on board of City of Calgary’s project resources.

Mental Health Systems Change and CAP Orientation
2025-04-11 17:30 - 20:00
This workshop is open for member organizations of ActionDignity who are interested in joining our Mental Health Systems Change Initiative.

Navigating Mental Health Stigma and Cultural Dissonance Workshop
2025-04-11 18:00 - 19:30
This is a pre-submission workshop for ActionDignity’s “Art for Change: BIPOC Youth Mental Health Advocacy” campaign.n

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BIPOC (Black Indigenous and People of Colour) youth growing up in the West have extremely unique experiences with cultural dissonance and mental health stigma that often go overlooked. We want to take this opportunity to use art as a way to explicate these experiences and create awareness of the impacts of these themes on youth.
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We have several pre-submission workshops for you to help you prepare for this art creation journey. Mental health support resources are listed as well for your needs.
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Check out the details and submission guidance here: https://linktr.ee/actiondignityyouthmh

The Thriving Relationships Workshops
2025-04-12 17:00 - 20:00
The Marriage Advocates is launching their spring session workshops!nnThe workshop is a research-informed program designed to help couples to foster healthy relationships learn to communicate effectively and manage conflict well.nnTo learn more about the organization: www.themarriageadvocates.cannRegister Here

Youth Entrepreneurship Workshop
2025-04-13 17:00 - 19:30
This is a workshop designed for ActionDignity Youth volunteer team to equip with entrepreneurship skills.

Workshop | Advocacy through Art: Exploring BIPOC Youth Mental Health
2025-04-14 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-16 17:00 - 20:00

Youth Justice Project Launch Conversation Circle
2025-04-15 18:00 - 20:00
🌟 Introducing the Y-Justice Initiative! 🌟
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We’re excited to launch Y-Justice—a new 3-year program funded by the Alberta Law Foundation that empowers racialized youth (ages 15–26) with the tools knowledge and advocacy skills to understand their rights and drive real change.
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This initiative aims to empower youth to promote legal equity and reimagine justice in our communities.
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🗓️ Join us for our first Conversation Circle!
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📅 April 15 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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📍 ActionDignity Office (915-33 Street NE Calgary)
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Let’s connect share and spark bold conversations about the future of youth advocacy.
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👉 Register now:
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https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/launch-and-first-conversation-circle-tickets-1308547303209?aff=oddtdtcreator
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BLACK Youth Excellence Event
2025-04-19 13:00 - 16:00
Join us for an inspiring event celebrating Black Youth excellence joy and youth-led innovation! 🎤✨
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Planned by our Black Advisory Group—a dynamic team of youth committed to equity and systems change—this event uplifts Black youth voices through connection creativity and fostering a sense of belonging.
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💡 Don’t miss the Pitch Competition during the event. Youth teams will share creative community initiatives for a chance to receive seed grant support and bring their ideas to life.
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Date: Saturday April 19 2025
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Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 PM
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Location: Platform Calgary (East Annex) 407 9 Ave SE Calgary AB T2G 2K7
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Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/youth-excellence-event-tickets-1320109977479?aff=oddtdtcreator

Calgary Newcomers Guide 1ST Year Anniversary
2025-04-23 13:00 - 17:00
This is the 1st anniversary event from Calgary Newcomers Guide.nnRegister Here

Bridging Legal Gap Community Conversation Circle
2025-04-24 17:30 - 19:30
This community event is for our member organizations to get to know more about their Charter Rights and the available legal services and how to access them.

Film Screening: Courage Unmasked-Celebrating Resilience
2025-04-26 11:00 - 13:00
AfroCare Support Network is presenting a film: Courage Unmasked -Celebrating Resilience on Saturday April 26 2025 at 11:00AMnnThe film screening will be followed by powerful discussion and cultural performances.nnLocation: 565 36 St NE #125 Calgary AB

Togetherness Soccer Club-Calgary Newcomers Guide
2025-05-01 15:00 - 18:00
Calgary Newcomers Guide is launching a soccer club to support low-income families and newcomers.

Bridging Legal Gap Community Conversation Circle
2025-05-10 13:00 - 16:00
Stay tuned for more details

GrOW Platform Engagement and Partner Feedback
2025-05-15 18:00 - 20:00
Join us and be part of a dynamic conversation about real on-the ground issues. Explore how grassroots organizations ActionDignity and our allies can collaborate to drive meaningful lasting change innour communities.nnRegister HerennPlease note this event is only open to ActionDignity members.

International Healing and Mental Health Conversation
2025-05-17 12:00 - 14:00
Calgary Black Seniors Foundation is organizing an International Healing and Mental Health Conversation on May 17 2025.nnA panel discussion will be featured at the event to provide insights into mental health.nnRegister Here
