ActionDignity

We work together with ethnocultural and equity-seeking groups to advance equity through transformational change in communities.

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In May, participants of our Seeds of Change Anti-Racism training project explored Module 4: Name It to Tame It, deepening their understanding of how racism can present as hierarchies and disguise itself as phobias.
Check more learnings of this module here: https://t.co/9qC9YSJRsW

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50 community members joined our Brokers Bridge Builder project's Focus Group Discussions recently. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences and insights in supporting newcomers' access to settlement services. #newcomersupport

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We were pleased to meet with the Honourable Muhammad Yaseen, MLA for Calgary-North and Associate Minister of Multiculturalism, to discuss shared priorities around equity, inclusion, and community well-being last Friday.
Thank you for the meaningful conversation and support.

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Welcome our new member: Yemenia Women & Families Association of Calgary (YWFA). YWFA is a community-based organization established by Yemeni Canadian women to support, empower, and uplift their community in Calgary. https://t.co/3882boj3Bj

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Last Saturday, we hosted a Community Conversation Circle with youth from our member organization Altamas Relief and Development Foundation. It created a safe space where youth reflected on challenges in accessing justice while proposing community-driven solutions. #youthjustice

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We were honoured to welcome representatives from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to our office yesterday for a meaningful conversation on the progress and impact of our Brokers Bridge Builder (BBB) Project.

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Eid Mubarak to those celebrating! May this blessed day bring peace, joy and prosperity to you and your loved ones! #EidMubarak

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Check out our newly released Anti-Racism blog series: What is Systemic Racism? This blog post shares how we can understand systemic racism by looking at the non-recognition of foreign credentials as a prime example.
Read the blog here: https://t.co/rvm8dEsC8n

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Sharing a great initiative from our member organization: Calgary Newcomers Guide! This free 4‑week program is designed to help newcomers build confidence in managing their finances and navigating the Canadian financial system.
Register:
https://t.co/wfqK8sSMDJ
#newcomersupport

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Welcome a new member organization to our network — the Calgary Justice Film Festival! Through film and visual arts, they spark dialogue, build awareness, and invite audiences to reflect on justice issues that matter deeply in our communities.
https://t.co/HLYJ6OT1sK

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We are excited to share that ActionDignity was honoured to receive the "Best Community-Driven Systems Transformation NPO 2026 - Canada" award from Acquisition International! Sincere gratitude to all the supporters who are part of the meaningful work.

https://t.co/RoMyQX8Opu

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Check out this Seniors Week Celebration event on June 4, 2026.
#seniorweekcelebration #communityevent

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Did you know many workers — especially newcomers and racialized communities — continue to face unsafe working conditions, discrimination, and barriers to secure employment in Canada?
Join us at our upcoming Workers’ Rights Public Education Seminar:
https://t.co/czFt11CudA

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Our office will be closed on Monday, May 18, in observance of Victoria Day. Regular work will resume on Tuesday, May 19.
Enjoy the long weekend everyone!

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Welcome our new member organization, Thai Cultural Council of Calgary (TCCC)! TCCC is dedicated to fostering a peaceful, positive, and safe environment while promoting and sharing Thai and other Asian arts and culture within our multicultural community.

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Andres joined ActionDignity’s Bridging Legal Gaps project as a Community Connector last year. His story is a powerful reminder of what Community Connectors do every day — building bridges between people and the systems meant to support them.
https://t.co/rvm8dEt9XV

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Our Seeds of Change Anti-Racism Training project continued the momentum in April. Participants across our cohorts engaged in powerful learning and reflection through Module 3: Settler Colonialism and Anti-Indigenous Racism.

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Asian communities are a vital and growing part of Canada’s story—shaping our economy, strengthening our communities, and contributing across every sector. Swipe to learn more. #AHM2026 #AsianHeritageMonth

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Welcome our new member: Nile Care Advocacy for Peace and Development (NILECAPD). NILECAPD is a grassroots humanitarian and development organization working in South Sudan and Canada to restore dignity, foster peace, and build self-reliant communities. https://t.co/zknfAO3g4J

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#MentalHealthWeek is an annual event to celebrate and raise awareness about the importance of mental health. This year’s theme is “#CometogetherCanada.” It’s a reminder that social connection is an important part of developing resiliency and maintaining your well-being.