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We are excited to announce an 8-week program designed specifically for Black and Racialized identifying women. This program is a healing and centering space where you can find hope, support, and new beginnings.
Great news, we are resuming our Global Cooking classes!
You and your family are invited to join us at @caminowellbeing for 6 monthly sessions. Our classes offer something for everyone, from mastering basic techniques to exploring flavors from around the world. Get ready to elevate your cooking skills and impress your friends and family with food made with love and creativity.
To sign up, please email info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org or call us at (226) 336-1988.
Great news, we are resuming our Global Cooking classes!
You and your family are invited to join us at @caminowellbeing for 6 monthly sessions. Our classes offer something for everyone, from mastering basic techniques to exploring flavors from around the world. Get ready to elevate your cooking skills and impress your friends and family with food made with love and creativity.
To sign up, please email info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org or call us at (226) 336-1988.
We are happy to announce that the registrations for the SUMMER cohort of our Black Youth Impact: Leadership and Entrepreneurial Program are open 🙌🏾 To sign up, please visit our linktree and fill out the intake form! 📝 We hope to see you there!
About the Program:
Our Black Youth Impact: Leadership and Entrepreneurial program is a culturally-grounded psychoeducational and social programming designed to empower and foster the collective resilience and well-being of one of the most vulnerable age groups within the Black community; youth between the ages of 15 and 21 (Grades 10 - 12).
With support from our partners and collaborators in the region, this hybrid model of programming will consist of virtual and in-person group sessions, workshops and discussions, trips to local businesses, hands-on learning, one on one meetings with mentors and instructors as needed.
Please watch out for the invitation to our information session. Spots are limited, so we encourage you to get your registration in as soon as you can.
Kind Minds Family Wellness, in collaboration with Parenting When, invites you to an enlightening session on "Parenting Black Children in the Canadian Context." Our guest speaker, Cathy-Ann, a Family Support Coach and Behaviour Therapist, will share strategies and techniques that enhance our individual and collective values as parents.
We are absolutely thrilled to share that we are part of this year's Carry the Peace Youth Conference in collaboration with Healing of the Seven Generations! This is a groundbreaking event—one of its kind in our region!
Join us for a transformative 2-day experience centered around Indigenous and Black youth-specific teachings and opportunities. This is an unmissable event designed to empower and uplift our youth through unique and culturally rich programming.
We encourage our communities to ensure that Black and Indigenous youth in their spaces are aware of and supported to attend this event. If accommodations are required, please let us know.
📅 Event Dates: Monday, June 10 - Tuesday, June 11
📍 Location: 425 Bingemans Centre, Kitchener, ON
To register, simply scan the QR code on the post or click the button below. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!
We will be hosting a Community Info Session event for the third cohort of our Black Youth Impact: Leadership and Entrepreneurial Program.
About the Program:
Our Black Youth Impact: Leadership and Entrepreneurial program is a culturally-grounded psychoeducational and social programming designed to empower and foster the collective resilience and well-being of one of the most vulnerable age groups within the Black community; youth between the ages of 15 and 21 (Grades 9 - 12). With support from our partners and collaborators in the region, this hybrid programming model will consist of virtual and in-person group sessions, workshops and discussions, trips to local businesses, hands-on learning, and one-on-one meetings with mentors and instructors as needed.
We encourage you to also share this with your networks. Also, please get in touch with us at 226-336-1988 or info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org with your questions.
Let's talk mental health at intersections. Join the global conversation as we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. Gain insights, ask questions, and share your experiences.
We are excited to announce our next Grant Writing for Racialized Communities Workshop in partnership with @cityofkitchener! This workshop will span over the course of two evenings at @kitchenerlibrary and will teach participants about various types of grants and offer preparation for the City of Kitchener's RISE Fund.
Hello everyone,
This October, the City of Kitchener, in collaboration with Kind Mind Family Wellness and the Kitchener Public Library, will host Grant Writing for Racialized Communities, a grant-writing workshop tailored for racialized groups serving racialized communities that teaches the essentials for writing successful municipal, provincial, and federal grant applications.
This free, two-part in-person workshop will be held on October 5th and 11th from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Kitchener Public Library. The workshops will cover the basics of effective grant writing.
Participants will build their understanding of what information to share in a grant proposal and learn strategies for writing a persuasive case for support and telling the story of their work and its impact. It will also cover specifics related to the City of Kitchener’s Racialized, and Indigenous Supports for Equity (RISE) Fund, which will begin accepting applications on October 10th. Workshop participants will receive guidance and support related to their specific grant application challenges and build practical knowledge and transferable skills that can be applied to all future grant applications.
Register via the link below today 👇🏿😊
https://lnkd.in/e8EhMAWy
If you have questions about this workshop, including accommodation support, please email Rea Parchment Senior Anti-Racism Advisor, City of Kitchener (rea.parchment@kitchener.ca)
For more information about grants the City offers, including the RISE Fund, visit www.kitchener.ca/grants
**For childcare and dietary needs, please contact KMFW at info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org
#communityengagement #free #workshop #equity #skills #access #givingback
Kitchener Public Library
City of Kitchener
Greetings,
With our partner, Black Health Alliance, we are excited to invite you to a unique film and discussion event designed exclusively for Black youth. It promises to be an evening filled with inspiration, thought-provoking ideas, and meaningful conversations.
Event Details: Let’s Talk About It: Discussions About Trauma Through Film
Date: Saturday, July 08, 2023
Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Kitchener Public Library (85 Queen Street North, Kitchener)
Our event aims to bring together young individuals and professionals to engage in film and moderator-led discussions touching on trauma and wellness. We have carefully selected an engaging film that not only invites but also sheds light on important social issues that resonate with today's Black youth.
After the film screening, we will delve into a lively discussion, where you will have the opportunity to express your thoughts, share perspectives, and engage with fellow participants. We believe open dialogue is a powerful tool for learning, growing, and fostering meaningful connections with like-minded individuals on trauma and wellness in our communities.
To confirm your attendance, please register via the Eventbrite. We encourage you to secure your spot at your earliest convenience as limited seats are available. Volunteer hours and an honorarium will be provided to all participants.
Please extend this invitation to any youth, friends or peers interested in joining us for this unique event. The more diverse voices we have, the richer our discussions will be.
We look forward to you joining us for an unforgettable evening of cinema and meaningful conversations on Trauma and Wellness for Black youth. Community mental health resources and refreshments will be provided. Let’s explore storytelling’s power and ignite positive change in our community.
If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to contact us (226-336-1988). We're here to assist you!
Warm regards.
KMFW
We are happy to announce that this summer, we will deliver another cohort of the Cross-cultural Leadership Program for Black Youth! The program is open to youth in grades 7 to12 and will take place on July 04 and 07 from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm!
The workshop will focus on creating spaces for Black youth to develop their leadership skills while empowering participants to share their unique perspectives.
You can visit this link to fill out the Google intake form to register.
Thank you again to @regionofwaterloo for making this possible 🙌🏾
Here is a message from our ED about the training, as seen on her Linkedin page:
"I have enjoyed designing these training(s) for youth and modifying them for both the newcomer and Black youth. You can request the evaluation reports via info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org
I hope you can participate and join me in my quest to promote cross-cultural leadership skills 😊
It is one thing to put a program/training together and another to train and observe educators at KMFW deliver them... however, the ultimate joy for me is reading the feedback from participants."
#culture #inclusive #training #leadership #courses2023 #youth #workshop #summer #regionofwaterloo
Hello everyone!
We are happy to announce that the registrations for the SUMMER cohort of our Black Youth Impact: Leadership and Entrepreneurial Program are open 🙌🏾 To sign up, please visit the link below and fill out the intake form! 📝 We hope to see you there!
REGISTRATION LINK
About the Program:
Our Black Youth Impact: Leadership and Entrepreneurial program is a culturally-grounded psychoeducational and social programming designed to empower and foster the collective resilience and well-being of one of the most vulnerable age groups within the Black community; youth between the ages of 12 and 21 (Grades 7- 12).
With support from our partners and collaborators in the region, this hybrid programming model will consist of virtual and in-person group sessions, workshops and discussions, trips to local businesses, hands-on learning, and one-on-one meetings with mentors and instructors as needed.
Please watch out for the invitation to our information session. Spots are limited, so we encourage you to get your registration in as soon as you can.
Thank you
#entrepreneurship #blackyouth #blackyouthworkshops #community #infosession #blackleadership
Greetings!
With Father's Day just around the corner, we are thrilled to invite you for a memorable and intimate Father's Day celebration.
Date: Saturday, June 17, 2023
Time: 3 pm to 6 pm
Location: 7-808 Courtland Ave. East, Kitchener
At this event, we will honor and appreciate the incredible fathers and father figures in our/your lives. It will be an opportunity for families, friends, and loved ones to come together and share the joy of celebrating the wonderful fathers and father figures who have played an essential role in shaping our/your lives.
Highlights of the event will include:
Inspiring speech from our Executive Director, Fun-filled activities, Delicious refreshments, and the space for an intimate Father's Day appreciation!
To RSVP and secure your spot at this event, please email us at info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org or call us at 226-336-1988 by Monday, June 12, 2023. Let's come together to celebrate the incredible dads in our lives!
KMFW
*spots are limited, so we encourage you to send in your reservations as soon as possible.
#kmfw #fathersday #celebration #notforprofit #fatherhood
Hello Everyone,
It's that time of year again 🙌🏾
The Storytelling Festival hosted by @kitchenerlibrary (Central Location) is scheduled for June 10th. As part of our ongoing commitment to promoting early literacy, we are excited to participate again this year. Join other community partners and us as we celebrate stories in many forms ❤️
Please share the flyer with your contacts, and we hope to see you there!
#klibliv #bookclub #literacy #notforprofit #feativals #communityteachings #performance #library #summer #kmfw #communityengagement #books #songs #music #dance
Hello,
We invite you to join our Klib Liv caregivers and children's Book Club members on Saturday, May 06, at 10 am as they host a virtual session with Guest Shauntay Grant @shauntay_grant, Author, Poet, Playwright, and Multimedia Artist 🙌🏾
We are ecstatic to have her engage us on her award-winning picture book, Africville 🙌🏾
Registration is simple and free. Please email us at info@kindmindsfamilywellness.org or call us at 226-336-1988 for the virtual login details.
Please swipe to see the book 👉🏾
About our Klib Liv Book Club:
Our Klib Liv is open to Black-identifying children 12 years old and under (along with their caregivers/parents invited to participate in some scheduled joint sessions).
#bookclub #library #childhoodliteracy #childrensbooks #blackauthours #communityoutreach #nonprofit #anitblackracism #blackhistory #author #blackempowerment #organization #kindmindsfamilywellness
Hello,
Catch us on April 30th engaging youth in our communities at the Launch Party of the Youth Impact Survey hosted by The Children and Youth Planning Table Waterloo Region @cyptwr
Please see below for event details and how to sign up.
We hope to see you there!
#communityengagement #youthempowerment #wellness
#Repost @cyptwr with @let.repost
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The survey officially launches on May 1st, but we're opening it one day early just for you We're hosting a party for youth (ages 9-18) to launch the survey at Communitech. Join us to fill it out, attend fun workshops with community partners on topics decided by youth, and the chance to win a whole bunch of prizes. in bio to sign up!
@smartwatregion @jahmeeks_swr
KMFW looks forward to the upcoming Conversations for Community Care series 🙌🏾
Have your registered?
Read about the event below 👇🏾
#Repost @porchlightcnd with @let.repost
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While #InternationalWomensDay and Black History Month may be over, we're excited to be celebrating and learning from the Black women in our community 365 days a year.
The first event in our new series, Conversations for Community Care: Black Women's Mental Health, is taking place on March 30th at 6 PM at Idea Exchange - Old Post Office Location.
Over the next bit, we'll be sharing more about our featured speakers and highlighting some of the questions we'll be asking in community together. Introducing....🎤
Ajirioghene Evi-Cobbinah (she/her), BA, BSW, MSW, the Executive Director, @kind.minds.family.wellness and the Community Engagement Specialist at the Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies.
Ajirioghene asks: Sisterhood - Does sistering offer a lifeline of support and validation?
Come be a part of our discussion around this and other questions on March 30th in #Cbridge. Link to Register here.
We acknowledge that this land (Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge), including the Haldimand Track, is the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, and Neutral Nations.
