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January 2024
EDI fellowship for non-profits
Non-profit EDI leadership Program Now Accepting Applications! The EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion) Knowledge Mobilization Centre is thrilled to announce that our Fellows Program is now accepting applications for the upcoming cohort! This unique initiative aims to foster a more inclusive and diverse non-profit sector by supporting leaders and board members dedicated to advancing equity and representation. About the Fellows Program: Our fellowship program is a 9 week program designed to empower change-makers who are passionate about creating a more…
Find out more »February 2024
Goals-Based Approach to Volunteer Screening: How to Nourish Relationships and Trust in Volunteer Programming
Learn an alternative approach to the 10-step volunteer screening process. Placing emphasis on safety and trust, this flexible approach will empower organizations to cultivate meaningful connections and adapt screening practices to reflect their unique community, fostering a more inclusive and collaborative volunteer environment. Register for free here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqceitqDorGdcRTOr1IEtZd2wsOMr1SVeg -- Attention Volunteers, Volunteer Coordinators, and Nonprofit Leaders! We’re thrilled to announce our NEW, free, three-part webinar series: Equity and Inclusion in Volunteer Screening. In these sessions, you will gain valuable…
Find out more »March 2024
Do I need A Vulnerable Sector Check?
We're thrilled to announce the return of our Volunteer Screening Program (VSP) webinette scheduled for Wednesday, March 6th! Join us for a short 30-minute session packed with useful information. We'll cover all you need to know about Vulnerable Sector Checks (VSCs) and share good practices for screening volunteers. Don't miss this quick and easy session on requesting VSCs for volunteers. Register today! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sc-yqpj8rH9OwhahdV7nM2LYkrkZWvmyN
Find out more »Charting the Course to Success: A Strategic Planning Course for Community Health Organizations
In the evolving landscape of Ontario's health care system, strategic planning is crucial. But many community-based organizations struggle to lead an efficient strategic planning process that engages stakeholders and boards successfully. LeaderShift has partnered with Santis Health to launch a new online program called “Charting the Course to Success: A Strategic Planning Course for Community Health Organizations”. Developed by Santis’ strategic planning specialists, this eight-hour modular course will equip leaders with the following: a comprehensive understanding of key components of…
Find out more »Engaging Newcomers: Welcoming Newcomers to Participate in Volunteerism
Join us at Volunteer Alberta and learn why newcomers engage in volunteering, understand what inspires them to volunteer, and how organizations can craft opportunities that align with their unique goals. Join us for a conversation with Immigrant Services Calgary as they share strategies for supporting newcomers and creating meaningful connections through volunteer screening. Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpduyqqzMtE9VQFWpKA7vsXFEwFy4oynuX — Attention Volunteers, Volunteer Coordinators, and Nonprofit Leaders! We’re thrilled to announce our NEW, free, three-part webinar series: Equity and Inclusion in Volunteer Screening.…
Find out more »Maximizing Your Delegation Skills
As a non-profit, the effective engagement of staff and volunteers does not happen by accident. The one skill often not taught is delegation skills. If you want to increase engagement and retention of staff and volunteers, this training is for you.
Find out more »April 2024
Measure & Accelerate Belonging: A Principles-Focused Evaluation Toolkit
How do you measure the impact of your equity and inclusion initiatives so that you can learn what’s working and what needs course correcting? Global experts Dr. Michael Quinn Patton, a world renowned organizational development and program evaluation expert in systems transformation, and Jessie Sutherland, the founding director of Intercultural Strategies and the award-winning Belonging Matters framework, are combining their expertise to offer a new online 6-week course delivered on Zoom. Michael and Jessie will share their proven process and…
Find out more »Volunteer Alberta’s Volunteer Specialist Community of Practice – Learn about Inclusive Language!
Join Volunteer Alberta for a Volunteer Specialist Community of Practice meeting on Inclusive Language on April 10 at 10 am! Words matter, and inclusive language isn't just about communication—it shapes our communities and can foster respect and belonging. In this session, we'll welcome Stephen Wright from Gateway to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Hub (gatewaytodiversity.ca), as he guides us through the complexities of language, and together, we'll discover the ways that language can be used to welcome and include diverse people. …
Find out more »May 2024
Raising Awareness To Remove Stigma – Screening of mental health films
Invitation In celebration of Mental Health Week 2024, we are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming film screening dedicated to raising awareness around mental health. Who should attend: Employees of community and social sector Students and teachers Artists and filmmakers Health Care professionals Volunteers MEHAR has created 4 short films to provide a unique format for understanding the complex mental health topics through a powerful cinematic experience. We encourage you to join us to celebrate mental health week. May 9, 2024 at 9:30 A.M. Film.Ca Cinemas, 171…
Find out more »From Overwhelm to Action: What Leaders Can do to Advance Equity in Polarizing Times
As demographics rapidly shift, it's crucial for organizational leaders to develop equity literacy and competence, with an aim to close the gaps in opportunities, support, and outcomes that exist due to factors based on one’s identity (such as race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation). Sometimes this work can be challenging, especially when there’s competing information, policies to decode, and issues that are emotionally charged. However, finding the right steps forward is essential for creating a truly inclusive environment where everyone…
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