Free2BeYOUth
February 13, 2014
The first 4 workshop series of our F2BY program have been a great way to get the conversation going about inclusion. F2BY clubs from across the province have explored topics such as human rights, diverse faiths, disability and accessibility, and developing healthy relationships through meaningful projects and workshops! From demystifying common stereotypes about marginalized youth, to learning how to communicate using sign language, youth have open their minds to inclusive practices, behaviours, and language through the F2BY program.
The month of February is dedicated to developing healthy relationships and we at the JHC, with our partners from (IN)spired, have been collaborating with our F2BY schools to facilitate workshops on establishing and maintaining positive relations with others. Students have been exploring avenues of open communication, mutual respect, empathy, amongst many other building blocks for developing healthy relationships.
There are many more insightful workshop themes coming up so stay tuned to see what our F2BY clubs are up to in the months to come!
To stay updated on what is going on in the Free2BeYOUth community, please contact Freda Maideen at freda@jhcentre.org or 780-453-2638.
TRC's Alberta National Event
January 23, 2014
On March 27-30, 2014, the John Humphrey Centre will be partnering with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to host the Alberta National Event at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton. As a part of the event, the JHC will be assisting with facilitating the Education Day on March 27 from 8:30am - 2:30pm. If you would like to help out at Education Day, please email jennifer@jhcentre.org to volunteer at the event!
Come and share your truth about the schools and their legacy. Witness and celebrate the resilience of Aboriginal cultures!
• Statement Gathering
• Traditional Ceremonies
• Survivor Gatherings
• Education Day
• Witnessing Survivor Statements
• Cultural Performances
• Films, and more
Be a part of the National Journey for Healing and Reconciliation! All gatherings are open to the public. Admission is free.
*Each TRC National Event is dedicated to one of the Seven Sacred Teachings – love, respect, courage, honesty, wisdom, humility and truth.
Stop Hate Visual Media Contest
January 20, 2014
Are you a creative artist? Passionate about raising awareness and speaking out about hate crimes? Then this is a contest for you! The John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights is working with the Alberta Hate Crimes Committee (Edmonton chapter) to launch a public media campaign in April. The media campaign requires art submissions that will be featured in the ad. We are looking for art that reflects how Edmontonians feel about hate and its impact on the community. The aim of this media campaign is to engage our communities and provoke thoughts and discussions around how to stop hate in conjunction with Hate Crimes Awareness Day on April 9th.
Art submissions are due on February 15, 2014 and can be emailed to info@jhcentre.org. The winning art submission will receive a $250 cash prize, a plaque, as well as a day tour with Edmonton Police officers. For further questions or concerns, please contact info@jhcentre.org.
