Events

November 2025 

Successful Circle Dialogue Fosters Healing and Calls for Action within KWC Community

On November 2, 2025, the CanAfro Research Institute, on behalf of Peace for All Canada, held a transformative Circle Dialogue at an Ethiopian Church. The session provided a powerful and safe space for a diverse group of 12 residents, from youth to seniors, to share their experiences with challenges such as integration, mental health, and employment. The culturally-grounded dialogue method fostered such a profound sense of validation and trust that participants passionately advocated for the circles to continue, highlighting a critical need for ongoing community-led support and marking a significant step toward collective healing and empowerment.

December 2025

African, Caribbean and Black-Identifying Youth Substance Abuse Exposure and Mental Health Workshop

July  2025

CanAfro Volunteers Empower KW Youth with Mentorship and Storytelling Workshop

Volunteers from the CanAfro Research Institute recently led a free, impactful mentorship workshop for African children in the Kitchener-Waterloo region, creating a vibrant space for learning and self-expression. The interactive session, informed by the Institute's ongoing research, engaged youth in themes of history, storytelling, and mental health through creative activities and meaningful conversations. Designed to strengthen cultural pride and build resilience, the initiative was warmly received by participants and families, who expressed strong enthusiasm for future sessions. The workshop concluded with a powerful final message for the youth: "Don't get lost in the wrong crowd!", underscoring CanAfro's commitment to continuing this research-informed programming that uplifts and empowers the next generation.