Wellbeing Waterloo Region

The 2020 Global Migration Film Festival kicks off today! Visit the link in the post below to learn how to get involved.

Artwork from the #FindingHopeMovement window clings are now available in the top languages spoken in Waterloo Region! The designs can be printed, coloured, or shared in any way. http://www.wellbeingwaterloo.ca//finding-hope-window-clin/

Sharing gratitude is a simple way to spread hope. Call someone that you love and let them know how you are grateful for them. #FindingHopeMovement

Tough conversations are best in your mother tongue. That's why we're holding our next porch chat: Impact of Migration on Families and the added Risks During Cov...id 19 in Farsi, Arabic, Turkish and Kurdish Farsi: November 30 Arabic: December 2 Turkish: December 8 Kurdish (Sorani and Badini): December 15 To register: http://ow.ly/46I450CpzKM The online conversation will focus on how family relationships, mental health, and stress levels change after arrival to a new home and how that is connected to Covid 19. We’ll talk about cross-generational and cross-cultural conflict that can lead to family violence; how to spot signs of abusive relationships; and discuss what we can do as community members in helping families stay safely together. We’ll explore tips to help adults and children use their conflict resolution skills and elaborate on services that are available to help families improve their relationships and maintain family peace. Awareness, information, conversation important ways to #KeepFamiliesSafe The sessions are led by Aasma Cober Counselling http://ow.ly/4PIu50CpzKO

Wellbeing Waterloo Region is continuing the Journey to Reconciliation series with sessions for participants to gain a foundational understanding of local First Nations, Metis, and Inuit (Indigenous) population’s current realities due to colonization. Follow the link to reserve your spot! http://www.wellbeingwaterloo.ca//journey-to-reconciliatio/

NPAAMB’s Youth Services Officer for Kitchener-Waterloo would like to offer the following to the community! "This November 30th December 4th we are hosting our... virtual Certificate week! Indigenous Youth aged 15-30 can sign up to participate in various workshops and webinars relevant to employment and training great for resumes and online connections! Participants are eligible for a completion bonus, and are welcome to join the workshops that appeal to them, with the ability to speak to me afterwards about looking into how else we can help with their employment journey (First Aid, Youth Navigation Supports, education planning etc)." Anyone interested is welcome to reach Laura at 226-750-8253 or can email her at [email protected]

What's a song that makes you feel hopeful? Post your jams with the hashtag #FindingHopeMovement and we will share! #bustamove https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEeaS6fuUoA

Nature often gives us a renewed sense of calm and hope. How do you enjoy your natural surroundings? #FindingHopeMovement