We
are a diverse community with people of different colours, of different
abilities, different cultures, different incomes,
with different first languages, different sexual orientations,
different families,
Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, immigrant and Canadian born.
We join with others to speak out against racism, ableism, heterosexism, sexism, classism and other forms of oppression and discrimination. We come together to build and strengthen a diverse and inclusive community by sharing resources, support and opportunities for growth and education.
Through a number of activities, the Diversity Program of the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society provides tools and training for a community where diversity is valued and welcomed. These include
The
Safe Harbour Program
- making the Central Island a welcoming and inclusive place, where businesses
and agencies are committed to equitable treatment for all clients and
customers, and to offering an immediate place of refuge for those who
are targets of racist, discriminatory or hate motivate incidents, and
to having their employees receive a Safe Harbour orientation
Diversity Savvy Workshops - helping employers doing business in a diverse market place to attract, retain and develop the best talent.
Anti-racism Response Training - where participants learn to respond effectively to racist remarks.
Diversity
Dialogues - supporting
the creation of accessible and inclusive organizations
so that they can better serve all of members of the community.
Other training as well as innovative workshops and tools are available to help create a community that both values and celebrates difference..
For diversity resources go
to
links
For more information about these
and other programs, please contact Terre Flower at 250-753-6911
ex 3 or by
email
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for information about other services offer by the Central Vancouve
Island Multicultural Society
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