Education and training in Calgary, Alberta
CIWA - Civic Engagement for Immigrant Women Program
Offered by New Friends and Neighbourhood Groups- Varsity Group
In short
Civic educational sessions for immigrant families. Customized civic education for young immigrant women and girls.
- Who it is for
- Women, Families, Newcomers and immigrants; Women, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Family with children
- What it helps with
- Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help for my family, A way to give back or have a say
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- #200 - 138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4
- How to reach
- Contact through New Friends and Neighbourhood Groups- Varsity Group: (403) 263-4414 · familyservices@ciwa-online.com · Website
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- , by the organization
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About this service
Program Details
- Civic educational sessions for immigrant families
- Customized civic education for young immigrant women and girls
- Overview of Canadian government structure
- Train-the-Trainer course for volunteers
- Volunteer presentations in community locations
- Appropriate support with voting and exercising civic duties in Canada
Eligible Clients
The program is available for immigrant women who are permanent residents and refugees with language and cultural barriers.
Additional Program Information
- Basic and advanced civic engagement educational sessions based on clients needs
- Adult and youth leadership programs and training
- Volunteer facilitator training aimed at getting Canadian work experience
- Train-the-Trainer course is offered 3 times a year (10 hours of paid training)
- Volunteers receive honorariums for workshop facilitation
- Youth learn public speaking skills through presentations at schools and in the community
Free childcare and first language support is available.
Who can use it?
Immigrant women who are permanent residents and refugees with language and cultural barriers.
How do I get in touch?
Call (403) 263-4414, email familyservices@ciwa-online.com, or use the website.
Listed in Calgary, Alberta.
#200 - 138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4
#200 - 138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4Calgary, Alberta
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