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Winter Term volunteer opportunity: Gain advocacy skills with PACA Support Circle!
by Anny Chen 09 Dec '24

09 Dec '24

Please share widely! PACA: Support Circle provides wrap-around supports for Lived Experience Educators who volunteer with Poverty Awareness & Community Action. Support Circle volunteers receive poverty awareness education and peer advocacy training, so that they can appropriately develop resources, provide advocacy support, and work with people who face poverty and other intersecting oppressions. This program is free and open to UM students and members of the wider community who want to learn how to work in good ways with low-income communities. UM students who successfully complete the program will receive recognition for Community Engaged Learning on their Experience Record. Visit the application form to learn more!<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uPJ…> Deadline to apply: January 6 -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work in Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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Come to the Social Justice Hub Open House - Tuesday, Dec 10, 3-5 PM
by Katie Leitch 04 Dec '24

04 Dec '24

Hello everyone, Please join Community Engaged Learning (CEL) for the Social Justice Hub Open House! Social Justice Hub Open House December 10, 2024 Drop-in 3:00 - 5:00 PM CEL office (55 Chancellor's Circle, room 203) Art, discussion, and snacks! CEL's Social Justice Hub is a resource for student-centred social justice education and a safer space for community-building amongst and between systemically marginalized communities and allied learners. We invite you to drop by on December 10th to meet Social Justice Hub students and staff, and participate in our community art project. There will be a variety of mediums to choose from, and a wide range of arts-based activities that can be completed in 15 minutes to an hour. For detailed directions and information about accessibility, visit our Social Justice Hub Directions and Access Information<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Tv-DirpOQdkVKCpjUB0uuKcCdFV1NBwyraRhDBp…> document. If you have any questions, please contact kathryn.leitch(a)umanitoba.ca Best, Katie Katie Leitch (she/they), MA, BSW, RSW On re-assignment from Student Experience and Development until March 2024 Social Justice Hub Coordinator, Community Engaged Learning Student Affairs University of Manitoba 203 - 55 Chancellor's Circle 431-336-6762 kathryn.leitch(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:kathryn.leitch@umanitoba.ca> https://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. [cid:image001.png@01DB464B.8D90A500]

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Indigenous student opportunity: Fully-funded trip to Maya community in Belize!
by Anny Chen 18 Nov '24

18 Nov '24

Taanishi! Applications are open for Community Engaged Learning's global learning opportunity, Belize: Indigenous Land-Based Foodways! Please share this opportunity with UM Indigenous undergraduate students. Belize: Indigenous Land-Based Foodways invites First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students from the UM on a 9-day global Indigenous learning opportunity with a Maya community in Belize! We encourage you to apply if you are interested in visiting with Maya community members and learning about the intersections of food with culture, land, and people. We will spend time with Maya elders and knowledge holders learning about traditional foods, forest farming practices, cooking techniques, and land-based practices. There is an information session on Thursday, November 21, 10-11am in the Circle Room at Migizii Agamik, featuring Maya scholar, Dr. Filiberto Penados. All are welcome! Program participants will gain travel experience and be immersed in group learning in the Q’eqchi’ Maya community of Laguna, Belize. The program includes a December orientation session, weekly training in January and February, the travel period from February 14-22, 2025, and debrief meetings in March. This project is funded by Global Skills Opportunity, the Government of Canada’s outbound mobility pilot program and the CEL Travel Bursary. To be eligible for this program you must be Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit), currently be a UM undergraduate student, have limited travel experience, have a Canadian passport, and be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. The deadline to apply is November 25! Application: https://forms.office.com/r/cBwLcVcavU If folks have any questions please connect with Meghan.Young(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Meghan.Young@umanitoba.ca>. Maarsii!

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Paid Consultation Opportunity - Social Justice Hub
by Community Engaged Learning 19 Sep '24

19 Sep '24

Hello, Community Engaged Learning is excited to share an opportunity for students to contribute to the development of a Social Justice Hub. CEL is looking for students who are tapped into the needs of their communities and passionate about making change. If this sounds like any students you know, please direct them to complete our short online form to express their interest in a paid ($20) one-time consultation: forms.office.com/r/m33Q3bwi0k The lived expertise students share through this form and consultation will inform the trainings and supports we offer and determine the social justice issues we focus on. In addition, consultants may be offered a paid internship in the Social Justice Hub based on interest, availability, and eligibility. Please feel free to share widely through your mailing list and social media as well (@celumanitoba on instagram). Thank you for your time and consideration, Mandalyn Unger (she/they) on behalf of -- Community Engaged Learning Room 203, 55 Chancellor’s Circle www.umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning<http://www.umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning> Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success!   The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. [cid:eedbe88d-448b-40f4-925e-6e7fc9abbea9]

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PACA Student Opportunities - September 2024
by Anny Chen 29 Aug '24

29 Aug '24

[cid:image001.png@01DAFA2C.2696C110] Poverty Awareness & Community Action Thu Sept 5, 9-11am – Practice Workshop * Learn about the realities of living on a low-income budget from community members with lived experiences of poverty, as well as what resources are available from Employment and Income Assistance and Non-Insured Health Benefits * Help the Lived Experience Educators practice their activities and presentation! * Free and open to the public! Email anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:anny.chen@umanitoba.ca> to register. [cid:image002.png@01DAFA2C.2696C110] Poverty Awareness & Community Action is hiring a part-time Support Circle Coordinator to coordinate the advocacy training program, which takes place on Wednesday evenings. The Support Circle is a student program that develops individual advocacy skills and provides advocacy and support to community with lived experiences of poverty. To be eligible for the work-study program, students must have proof of a government student aid package of at least $2,000 or Indigenous band sponsorship, Metis nation postsecondary funding, or disability funding, as well as be registered as a full-time student for Fall/Winter, have a 2.0 GPA, and be living in Manitoba. To apply, please search for 72794 - PACA Support Circle Coordinator in the Work-Study job postings on UM Connect<https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/home/home.htm>. Deadline: September 16 [cid:image003.png@01DAFA2C.2696C110] Joining the PACA: Support Circle is an opportunity to learn how to work in good ways with low-income communities. Support Circle volunteers receive poverty awareness education and training in both individual and social advocacy, so that they can appropriately research resources, provide advocacy support, engage in social advocacy, and work with people who face poverty and other intersecting oppressions. Program meetings take place on Wednesdays evenings and will begin with a three-hour in-person orientation on Fort Garry campus on Wednesday, October 2. This program is free and open to UM students and members of the wider community who want to learn how to work in good ways with low-income communities. Deadline: September 27 Click here to learn more information and to apply.<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uKT…> -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work in Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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Learn about individual advocacy and volunteer with Poverty Awareness & Community Action
by Anny Chen 10 May '24

10 May '24

Community Engaged Learning will be running two program opportunities through the summer! PACA: Support Circle Wednesdays, June 5 to August 28, 6pm Apply by June 1!<https://forms.office.com/r/4LvqS7XseK> PACA: Support Circle provides wrap-around supports for Lived Experience Educators who volunteer with Poverty Awareness & Community Action, including education and training, individual advocacy support, and social advocacy work. Joining the PACA: Support Circle is an opportunity to learn how to work in good ways with low-income communities. Support Circle volunteers receive poverty awareness education and peer advocacy training, so that they can appropriately develop resources, provide advocacy support, and work with people who face poverty and other intersecting oppressions. Summer Term programming will begin with a three-hour in-person program orientation on Wednesday, June 5 from 6-9 p.m. After the orientation, PACA meets online weekly on Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. We will also have three additional in-person meetings on July 3, July 31, and August 28 that will run from 6-9 p.m. The longer meetings give us the chance to spend time together and learn more complex things! This program is free and open to UM students and members of the wider community who want to learn how to work in good ways with low-income communities. UM students who successfully complete the program will receive recognition for Community Engaged Learning on their Experience Record. Apply by June 1!<https://forms.office.com/r/4LvqS7XseK> -- Land and Water Land and Water will have various land-based events open to Indigenous students and urban Indigenous youth throughout the summer. Brokenhead Wetland Ecological Reserve Walk Monday, May 27, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. (depart Winnipeg at 1:30 p.m.) Brokenhead First Nation (transportation provided) Join the Land and Water: Indigenous land-based education program for a walk at the Brokenhead Ecological Wetlands Reserve with knowledge carrier Taylor Galvin. This is event is free and includes transportation and a meal! Sign up soon! Limited spots available!<https://forms.office.com/r/WcNJeh2mzL> -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! My home city, Winnipeg, sits on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, and Dakota peoples and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work on Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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Spaces for Solidarity for International Student Mental Health, Filipino youth activism, and more!
by Anny Chen 27 Mar '24

27 Mar '24

Community Leadership Development Program has an upcoming event offered in collaboration with Spiritual Care and the Multi-Faith Centre: Spaces for Solidarity Friday, April 5, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Multi-Faith Centre (521 A/B UMSU University Centre) A sharing support circle for students impacted by the death of international student, Afolabi Opaso. Additional supports and resources for international students will be offered. Lunch will be served. For students observing Ramadan, to-go lunch bags will be provided. This service is offered by Spiritual Care and the Multi-Faith Centre in collaboration with the International Student Health Hub Huddle (Ih3), a project of CEL’s Community Leadership Development Program. Please be sure to RSVP at spiritualcare(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:spiritualcare@umanitoba.ca>, due to limited seat capacity. Here are some other important events happening on-campus this Thursday: Trans Pride Flag Raising & Speeches Thursday, March 28, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Fireside Lounge and outside UMSU University Centre Join Rainbow Pride Centre and MB 2SLGBTQIA Student Action Coalition for the first official Trans Flag Raising and Trans Day of Visibility Event on the Fort Garry Campus! The event will begin with speakers in the Fireside Lounge in University Centre, followed by a raising of the Trans Flag on the pole outside of UC, and then return to the Fireside Lounge for a reception with snacks and coffee and some updates from UMPride. Kwentong Tibak: Stories of Youth Activism in the Philippines Thursday, March 28, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. 307 Tier, Fort Garry campus The term “tibak” is a slang term from the Tagalog word for activist which is “aktibista.” Join ANAKBAYAN for a zine-making and story-telling session with Winnipeg-based Filipino artist Ally Gonzalo as they share their experiences as a student activist in the Philippines, and engage in a critical discussion on the history and current situation of Filipino youth in the Philippines. Register for free online.<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYPEYR6WAx3_N6UorDxskrZJiGF11g5Qm…> Snacks and art supplies will be provided! This event is funded through the University of Manitoba Grow Your Community Fund. Motion 0604: Anti-Palestinian Racism Definition Thursday, March 28, 6:30 p.m. 176 Helen Glass, Fort Garry Campus Students for Justine in Palestine invites all students and alumni of the University of Manitoba community who share our vision for a more inclusive campus to join us in support of Motion 0604. This motion represents a significant step forward in enhancing our university’s policies and practices to combat discrimination and ensure that every student can thrive in a safe and supportive environment. -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! My home city, Winnipeg, sits on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, and Dakota peoples and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work on Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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[Cel-newsletter] Fun event to learn about international student health care, rally to save Sunday hours at Millennium, and more!
by Anny Chen 08 Mar '24

08 Mar '24

Upcoming CEL Events International Student Health Hub Huddle (Ih3) Friday, March 15, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. 193 Extended Education, Fort Garry campus IH3, as part of the Community Leadership Development Program, invites you to embark on an informative wellness journey focusing on health coverage and benefits for international students. This event is organized by international students, for international students (and friends)! The event will feature an insightful presentation about your UMSU Health & Dental and Manitoba International Student Health Plan (MISHP). Participants can expect to engage in a meaningful Q&A session, followed by an open forum to share, connect, and reflect on community connection and reflection. The event will also feature trivia quizzes and bingo games to test your knowledge with exciting prizes to be won! Limited spots are available, so please register soon<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uDx…>. This program is free and open to UM students, staff, faculty, friends and family, and members of the wider community. If you have any questions, please contact Tatenda Mbilima at mbilimat(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:mbilimat@myumanitoba.ca>. Intro to Community Work: Forward House Saturday, March 9, 10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (tomorrow!) It’s not too late to join the volunteer crew heading to Forward House tomorrow! Volunteers will learn about the transitional housing work of Forward House through a presentation and site tour, have lunch with residents, and volunteer their time to help with reorganizing, cleaning, maintenance, and light renovation work in the house. Register online today!<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uAc…> Upcoming Community Events Rally to Save Sunday Hours at the Millennium Library Sunday, March 10, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Lobby, Millennium Library Come on down to the Millennium Library lobby this Sunday to make some art and some noise about how important our flagship library is - to Winnipeg and to downtown! We love that library hours will be expanded on Wednesdays and Sundays at other branches, but this can't happen at the cost of Sunday hours at the Millennium. Please sign our petition<https://budgetforall.org/> and connect with the Mayor and your City Councillor<https://legacy.winnipeg.ca/council/wards/#/2022>. (Police)ing in Schools Thursday, March 14, 5:30 p.m. Leatherdale Hall, University of Winnipeg Join the University of Manitoba Faculty of Education and University of Winnipeg Department of Criminal Justice Studies for a community conversation about the impacts of police(ing) in schools and how we can work toward community-led, evidence-based solutions that keep our communities safe. Andrea Vásquez Jiménez from the national Policing Free Schools campaign will present and be joined by Winnipeg community leaders to discuss the impacts, consequences, and alternatives to police in Winnipeg schools. Please wear a mask to keep our community safer. Masks will be provided. Bus tickets will be available. For additional accommodations, contact Joe Curnow at joe.curnow(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:joe.curnow@umanitoba.ca>. International Day Against Police Brutality Rally & March Friday, March 15, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall ASL interpreting will be provided -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! My home city, Winnipeg, sits on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, and Dakota peoples and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work on Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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[Cel-newsletter] CEL Newsletter: Upcoming volunteer opportunity with transitional housing community (Sat Mar 3, 10:30am-3pm)
by Anny Chen 28 Feb '24

28 Feb '24

Community Engaged Learning has two upcoming events! Fire Building Workshop – Sat Mar 2, 1-4pm (for Indigenous community) Land and Water invites the Indigenous community to join us for our fire-building workshop this Saturday. Together we will learn from UM sweat lodge helpers about fire-building, play some Indigenous traditional games, and make some food on the fire. This workshop will take place on the Fort Garry campus and is free and open to Indigenous students, staff, and faculty and Indigenous community members from outside the university. Sign up online!<https://forms.office.com/r/nLqfUESZEf> Intro to Community Work: Forward House – Sat Mar 9, 10:30 am to 3 pm (everyone welcome) Are you interested in learning about transitional housing or joining a one-day volunteer opportunity? We’re looking for 20 volunteers to join us next Saturday at our upcoming community event with Forward House, a second stage transitional housing program for the men who have experienced incarceration, addictions, mental health issues, homelessness and poverty. Volunteers will learn about Forward House through a presentation and site tour, have lunch with residents, and volunteer their time to help with reorganizing, cleaning, maintenance, and light renovation work in the house. Event Details: Date: Saturday, March 9 Time: 10:30am to 3pm Location: 407 Chalmers Avenue (Elmwood) Please register by March 6.<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uAc…> This event is free and open to UM students, staff, and faculty, their friends and family, and members of the wider community who are interested in community work. -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! My home city, Winnipeg, sits on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, and Dakota peoples and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work on Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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[Cel-newsletter] CEL Newsletter: Upcoming workshop on Police Abolition (Tue Feb 13, 4-6pm)
by Anny Chen 05 Feb '24

05 Feb '24

Community Engaged Learning is back with our next opportunity to learn about community work! This month, we are hosting an in-person workshop on police abolition with WPCH, a community-centred police abolitionist group committed to defunding the Winnipeg Police Service and reallocating resources to life-sustaining services. The movement to imagine and create a world without the police is a longstanding and ongoing struggle. Year after year, we see the high rates of police violence against Black, Indigenous, racialized, and other marginalized communities. Interactions with the police should not be a death sentence. In this workshop, we will work together to address common questions related to police abolition: - What does a world without policing look like in practice? - What is “crime” and its root causes? - What is the difference between police reform and police abolition? Event Info Date: Tuesday, February 13 Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m. Location: Fort Garry campus - More directions will be provided after registration! Please register by February 12.<https://forms.office.com/r/V1D7MeNRrp> This workshop is free and open to UM students and their friends and family. A light meal / snacks will be provided. We will try to accommodate dietary restrictions for people who register by February 9. If you have any questions, please contact Anny.Chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Anny.Chen@umanitoba.ca>. -- Anny Chen (she/her) Lead, Community Engaged Learning Tel: 204-474-6992 anny.chen(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marci.davies@umanitoba.ca> http://umanitoba.ca/community-engaged-learning Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! My home city, Winnipeg, sits on the original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, and Dakota peoples and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I am grateful to live and work on Treaty One Territory, and to have access to water from Shoal Lake #40 First Nation and hydroelectricity generated on the lands of many Indigenous communities in Northern Manitoba. As a descendant of refugees and immigrants who settled on Indigenous lands, I commit to challenging anti-Indigenous racism and supporting the work and leadership of Indigenous communities.

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