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SUMMARY:Creative Expression 2025: New Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 4th year\, CWCLN’s Creative Expressions returns as a beloved space for reflection\, creativity\, and community — rooted in care\, culture\, and connection. \nThis year’s theme\, New Beginnings\, invites Black and racialized women and femmes into a 7-week creative wellness journey that blends artistic exploration with personal growth. \nEach week offers something new: from crafting sun catchers and exploring the meaning behind your name\, to journaling\, movement\, and flag-making. Whether you’re reconnecting with your creative self or simply looking for a space to be held — this is for you. \nProgram begins September 27th\, 2025\nHeld in person (Ottawa)\nLimited spaces available\nRegister here: https://forms.gle/rp5rMNssZ6yVojnf8 \nJoin us to move\, reflect\, create\, and begin again — together.
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SUMMARY:Together in Purpose: Recognizing the People\, the Practice\, and the Path Ahead
DESCRIPTION:A Networking Breakfast in Celebration of Global Peer Support Day \nHosted by: Canadian Women of Colour Leadership Network (CWCLN)\nDate: Thursday\, October 16\, 2025\nTime: Doors open at 9:00 AM | Event: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM EST\nLocation: Rideau Community Hub\, 815 St. Laurent Blvd\, Ottawa\, ON \nEvent Overview \nJoin CWCLN for a Networking Breakfast of reflection\, recognition\, and relationship-building as we officially launch our Peer Support Collective and Community of Practice. This gathering brings together facilitators\, community leaders\, organizational allies\, and care workers to uplift the people doing the work\, celebrate the impact of culturally grounded support models\, and build momentum for what comes next. \nThis event is held in celebration of Global Peer Support Day — an annual recognition that takes place each October to honour the power of peer support in transforming lives and communities. It acknowledges the wisdom\, care\, and leadership of those with lived experience who offer connection\, advocacy\, and healing to others navigating similar paths. The day celebrates both formal and informal peer support efforts around the world and recognizes the importance of this work in building compassionate and resilient systems of care. \nThis event honours the emotional\, relational\, and often invisible labour behind peer-informed care — particularly in the hands of Black and racialized communities. Through storytelling\, shared wisdom\, and meaningful conversation\, we aim to strengthen connections and lay the foundation for a community of practice that is trauma-informed\, values-based\, and built to last. \nWhether you are a peer facilitator\, clinical or community care provider\, nonprofit leader\, allied health professional\, or system partner — your voice matters in shaping this space. We invite individuals with lived experience working in health and healing spaces\, those with a personal or professional interest in peer support\, representatives from community health centres\, nonprofit organizations\, and clinical providers. Guest speakers will share insights and strategies\, and participants will help shape the future of this growing community. \n Who Should Attend \n\nIndividuals with lived experience offering support in their communities\nTrained peer facilitators\, mental health navigators\, and wellness practitioners\nCommunity workers supporting youth\, families\, or racialized populations\nHealth and social service professionals working in trauma-informed or person-centered care\nStaff working in hospitals\, clinics\, or community health settings\nEquity and wellness staff within educational or institutional environments\nMental health advocates\, cultural leaders\, and care workers\nPeople supporting systems change\, equity\, or relationship-centered approaches\nAllies and champions of lived experience leadership and care models\nThose interested in deepening collaboration across community and clinical spaces\n\nThis Networking Breakfast is Free and open to anyone committed to care work\, equity\, and peer-informed practice — whether you hold formal roles or informal wisdom\, work in community or clinical settings\, or are just beginning to explore this path. You are welcome here. \nREGISTER: https://form.jotform.com/252167002722245
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Stigma
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Stigma – Conversations on Stigma\, Strength\, and Breast Cancer Awareness in Black and Racialized Women  \nJoin us for a powerful webinar exploring stigma\, strength\, and breast cancer awareness in Black and racialized women. This session will highlight the lived experiences and advocacy of women who continue to inspire change. \nWe are honoured to welcome Khalilah Elliott\, a Certified HR Professional\, Digital Entrepreneur\, wife\, mother\, and breast cancer survivor. Diagnosed with Stage 3 HER2+ Invasive Ductal Carcinoma at 39\, Khalilah transformed her journey of fear into one of faith\, strength\, and advocacy. Today\, she boldly shares her story\, volunteers with BrightRun\, and empowers others to find courage and healing through their own struggles. \nWe are also joined by Bukun Adegbembo\, Director of Operations at the Canadian Breast Cancer Network (CBCN). With a background in social psychology and years of experience in research\, policy\, and program management\, Bukun works to ensure that the voices and concerns of breast cancer patients are amplified through education\, advocacy\, and systemic change. \nTogether\, they will shed light on the intersections of stigma\, culture\, and healthcare access while inspiring resilience and action in our communities. Don’t miss this conversation rooted in strength\, lived experience\, and the pursuit of health equity. \nHosted by: Canadian Women of Colour Leadership Network \nFacilitators:\nDanielle James\, Engagement and Learning Coordinator\, Black Maternal Health & Reproductive Justice\, CWCLN \nErica Kamikazi\, Community Engagement Coordinator\, Ottawa Public Health \nDate: October 21st\, 2025 \nLocation: Online/Zoom \nTime: 12pm (EST) \nRegister at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/E1yQWJ-ES0Sjko5d58vGTQ
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