ActionDignity

Parenting Black Teens: Building Trust & Improving Communication
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Denver)
A practical workshop for parents and caregivers of Black teens focused on building trust, strengthening communication, and supporting identity development.
Cost: Free
Registration:
Parenting Black Teens: Building Trust & Improving Communication Tickets, Saturday, June 20 • 11 AM – 1:30 PM MDT | Eventbrite
Contact:
info@hakiliworld.org

PATHWAYS TO PURPOSE: Strategic Volunteering for Community Impact
2026-06-20 11:00 - 14:30 | ActionDignity Offices, 915 – 33 Street NE, Calgary, AB, T2A 6T2, Canada
Join us for an interactive volunteer development event focused on leadership, networking, skill-building, and community impact. Connect with fellow volunteers, share experiences, explore volunteer opportunities, and learn how strategic volunteering can support your personal and professional growth. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

FASC Virtual Parent Pop-Up
2026-06-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
Join Family Advocacy Support Centre’s virtual Parent Pop-Up to learn about programs and resources available to families navigating Children and Family Services. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with staff, ask questions, and receive valuable information and support.
Register using the link here

The Deep Listening Path
2026-06-24 09:00 - 10:30 | 25-6404 Bowness Road NW, Calgary, AB
Join The Deep Listening Path for a free community session focused on mindful listening, meaningful conversations, and personal connection. This event provides participants with an opportunity to learn practical listening skills in a welcoming and supportive environment
Cost:
Free
Registration: Community Development Practitioner’s Mini Summit 2026 Tickets, Wednesday, June 24 • 9 AM – 12 PM MDT | Eventbrite

Financial Literacy for Newcomers Program
2026-06-24 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-06-25 16:30 - 18:30 | Calgary Produce Market
The Financial Literacy for Newcomers program is a free 4-week in-person learning opportunity designed to support newcomers in building financial confidence and long-term success in Canada. Participants will learn practical financial skills including budgeting, debt management, fraud prevention, and family financial planning while accessing supportive resources such as childcare and loaner laptops.
Program Topics:

Budgeting and Saving
Credit and Debt Management
Fraud Prevention

Register using the QR code on the poster or the registration link here

Ethnocultural Grassroots Advocacy Group Monthly Meeting
2026-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 | ActionDignity Offices, 915 – 33 Street NE, Calgary, AB, T2A 6T2, Canada
The Ethnocultural Grassroots Advocacy Group (EGAG) brings together community leaders, organizations, and advocates to address issues impacting ethnocultural communities in Calgary and beyond.
Through shared learning, policy dialogue, and grassroots action, the group works to:

Build collective advocacy capacity within ethnocultural communities.
Address systemic inequities through community-led policy solutions.
Strengthen representation and voice in civic and institutional decision-making

This meeting is only open to Group members and requires advance registration.

2026 Annual General Meeting & Community Event
2026-06-25 17:30 - 20:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Calgary North, 2120 16th Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta, Calgary, AB, T2E1L4, Canada
Join ActionDignity for our 2026 Annual General Meeting & Community Event — an evening of connection, reflection, and community engagement.
This year’s theme, Community Voices: Shaping Systems for Inclusive Futures, highlights the power of collective leadership, inclusive systems, and community-driven change.
Come learn about ActionDignity’s impact, celebrate achievements, connect with community members, and help shape the future together.

Seeds of Change Anti-Racism Education Program
2026-06-26 17:30 - 19:30 | ActionDignity Offices, 915 – 33 Street NE, Calgary, AB, T2A 6T2, Canada
We are offering in-depth training on anti-racism, systems change, and project planning through our Seeds of Change project. Ethnocultural organizations are invited to participate.
Through this initiative, we aim to support community organizations in strengthening their anti-racism knowledge, connecting with a supportive network of peers, advancing transformative change, and helping inform the City of Calgary on community-identified anti-racism priorities.
For registration or more information, please email maryam.agunbiade@actiondignity.org.

Descent of the Gods – Multicultural Fashion Show
2026-06-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Calgary City Hall Plaza
A multicultural fashion showcase featuring mythological themes, couture fashion, music, performance art, and cultural storytelling in celebration of Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
Cost: Free Admission
Contact:
best.alberta@yahoo.com

Experience a Free Day at Resilient Hearts
2026-06-27 10:00 - 14:00 | #220 – 4014 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2R7
Experience a day in Resilient Hearts’ Life Skills Program and learn about opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Cost: Free
Registration:
https://www.resilienthearts.ca/
Contact:
communications@resilienthearts.ca

HerStories for Healing Initiative
2026-06-27 12:30 - 15:30 | Calgary Produce Market
HerStories for Healing is a community program focused on healing, mental wellness, and systems change through shared stories and collective support. The initiative creates a safe and welcoming space for women to connect, reflect, and grow together while building stronger community support systems.
Why Attend
Together we will uplift women’s voices, build resilience, and work toward stronger community support systems.
Additional Information

Food will be provided
Certificates available upon completion of the full program to eligible participants

Register using the QR code on the poster or the registration link here

Community Conversation Circle
2026-07-03 17:00 - 19:30 | ActionDignity Offices, 915 – 33 Street NE, Calgary, AB, T2A 6T2, Canada
The Community Conversation Circle (CCC) is a youth-centered gathering designed to create a safe and welcoming space for meaningful conversations about youth experiences with the justice system.
Through guided discussions and real-life scenarios, participants will explore barriers to justice, discrimination, and access to support while helping identify solutions that can create positive change in their communities.
The Community Conversation Circle is part of the Youth Justice (Y-Justice) Project. Grounded in restorative dialogue and participatory engagement, the project promotes inclusive and equity-informed discussions, with particular attention to the experiences of racialized youth.

Deep Centering with Music, Writing, and Movement
2026-07-04 09:00 - 10:30
A four-week online creative wellness course combining music, reflective writing, and movement to promote creativity, self-discovery, and personal growth.
Cost:

Early Bird: $250
Regular: $300

Registration:
https://deeplisteningpath.org/events/863/
Contact:
dr.shumaila@deeplisteningpath.org

Youth Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program (YEEP) 2026
2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-11 10:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:30 | 83 Cityline Heath NE Calgary, AB
The Youth Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program (YEEP) is a free four-week program designed to empower racialized immigrant and newcomer youth through entrepreneurship. Participants will explore business idea development, financial literacy, marketing strategies, and practical tools to launch their own small businesses while building confidence and leadership skills.
Cost:
Free
Registration: Youth Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program

Planting the Seeds of Anti-Racism Systems Change
2026-07-04 10:00 - 16:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Calgary North, 2120 16th Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta, Calgary, AB, T2E1L4, Canada
Anti-Racism Systems Change Training and Action Planning
Join ActionDignity and the Seeds of Change community for a full-day interactive learning and planning event focused on advancing anti-racism systems change in Calgary.
Racism exists not only in individual actions but also within policies, practices, relationships, resource flows, and systems. This event will bring together community members, organizations, advocates, and leaders to explore how we can collectively create meaningful change.
Participants will gain practical tools for understanding systems change, strengthening anti-racism efforts, and developing action plans that can be implemented within their communities and organizations.

Social Inclusion & Economic Empowerment Project Knowledge Mobilization
2026-07-09 17:00 - 20:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Calgary North, 2120 16th Avenue NE, Calgary, Alberta, Calgary, AB, T2E1L4, Canada
Join us at our Knowledge Mobilization event.
We will publish our Community-Based Participatory Action Research report on the impact of non-recognition of foreign credentials and the requirement of Canadian work experience on the lives of newcomers, families and communities. There will be a showcase of the community leadership in policy advocacy from our 6 partner organizations.

Raise Your Voice — Shape Youth Justice: Youth Justice, Mental Health, and Community Solutions Conversation Circle
2026-07-11 16:00 - 19:00 | ActionDignity Offices, 915 – 33 Street NE, Calgary, AB, T2A 6T2, Canada
Join us for an interactive Community Conversation Circle and awareness-raising workshop that brings together young people to share their experiences, perspectives, and ideas about the youth justice system.
Through facilitated dialogue and engaging group activities, participants will explore barriers to accessing justice, discrimination, and gaps in legal and community supports. The workshop will also examine the connections between justice involvement, mental health, and substance use, providing participants with valuable information, practical tools, and opportunities to reflect on the challenges facing youth in their communities.
Guided by a mental health specialist and experienced community facilitators, participants will collaborate to identify solutions, share recommendations, and contribute to youth-driven strategies that improve access to supports and services.
This event is designed to create a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where youth voices are heard, lived experiences are valued, and community-led actions can help shape a more equitable and responsive youth justice system.
Participants will also enjoy refreshments and language support to encourage meaningful participation and engagement.

Stepping Stones Multicultural Summer Camp
2026-07-13 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-17 09:00 - 16:00 | 3132 26 St NE #319, Calgary, AB
The Stepping Stones Multicultural Summer Camp is a week-long youth development program designed for youth ages 11–17. Participants will engage in leadership development, cultural learning, career readiness activities, creative expression, and teamwork in an inclusive environment.
Register using the registration link here

Nepali Mela Episode 4
2026-07-18 10:00 - 21:00 | Prairie Winds Park, 223 Castleridge Blvd NE, Calgary, AB
Celebrate culture, diversity, and unity at the Nepali Mela and Multicultural Showcasing Event. This vibrant festival brings together communities from many backgrounds through music, dance, cultural performances, art, food, and family-friendly activities. It is a day to honour traditions, create meaningful connections, and enjoy the richness of multicultural Calgary.
More Information / Contact Information
For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or vendor inquiries, please contact:
Main Contact:(587) 777-1173(587) 707-6056manager@nepalisociety.ca
Sponsorship Opportunities:Navin Hamal / Prakash BashyaPhone: (587) 577-3636 / (587) 707-6056Email: fundraising.nms@ncsccalgary.com

Trauma-Informed Facilitation & Note-Taking Training
2026-07-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Online
Join us for an interactive online training designed for volunteers and community members to strengthen their facilitation and documentation skills in community engagement settings.
Participants will gain foundational knowledge and practical tools to:

Understand and apply trauma-informed principles.
Practice effective and ethical note-taking techniques.
Build confidence in facilitating inclusive and engaging discussions.

This training is intended to support individuals who are involved in community conversations, focus groups, workshops, and other engagement activities.
Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (MT)Location: Online
Important: The virtual meeting link will be emailed to registered participants on the day of the training.
Registration: Registration is required. This is a private event. Only registered participants will receive the meeting link.

ActionDignity Systems Change Training
2026-07-23 17:00 - 18:30 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81186828260?pwd=[REDACTED]
Join ActionDignity for an evening of systems change education.
This virtual training session will explore how systems shape our lives through social policy, power structures, and dominant narratives. Participants will engage in learning and discussion about how systemic forces influence opportunities, equity, and access for marginalized communities.
Together we will examine how dominant ideas can contribute to the suppression and oppression of equity-seeking populations and discuss how communities can challenge these structures. This session will also highlight ways individuals and organizations can contribute to community empowerment, collective action, and transformational change.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn, reflect, and share experiences while building a stronger understanding of systems change and how it connects to community leadership and social justice.
A virtual link will be shared with registered participants prior to the event
Please select the number of tickets you need, then click Get Tickets to complete your registration.
