ActionDignity

ActionDignity is excited to announce our Shared Space initiative! Our member organizations are welcome to submit their interest. Learn More: actiondignity.org/shared-space-i… #sharedspace #empowergrassroots

We’re proud to share a milestone of our Brokers Bridge Builder project: the completion of our baseline survey, in partnership with Habitus and University of Calgary. The survey will help shape the Community Broker model to improve access to services for ethnocultural communities.

Our office will be closed on April 03 & April 06, 2026 for #GoodFriday and #EasterMonday. We will reopen on April 07, 2026. May this season bring you closer to those you love and remind you of the beauty of new beginnings.

Welcome our new member organization: Yeneta Amharic Language and Ethiopian Language Foundation! With a mission of preserving the Amharic Language and Ethiopian Cultural heritage, the organization offers structured educational and cultural programs engaging children and youth.

30 participants from over 15 member organizations joined our Bridge Legal Gaps Natural Supports Training last Saturday, strengthening their capacity of supporting other community members to understand their rights and navigate legal challenges.

Join our interactive and youth-friendly LEGAL LITERACY virtual workshop! You'll learn youth legal rights at school, at work, in housing, and when interacting with police. Register Now: actiondignity.org/event/legal-li… #youthlegalrights

Welcome our new member organization: African Women Empowerment Society Organizing For Meaningful Engagement (AWESOME)! The organization is to inspire African Women to be self-reliant and independent. They offer educational programs and advocate for women's rights and well-being.

Check out this session from our member organization, IQRA Community Services. Register if you are interested: docs.google.com/forms/d/1bu04p… #communityleadership #communityconversation

ActionDignity marked IDERD by hosting “Qualified but Excluded,” bringing together over 100 participants to discuss barriers like foreign credential recognition and Canadian experience. The conversation highlighted the need for collective action. Thank you to everyone who joined.

At ActionDignity, our volunteers bring a wealth of experience and commitment to building stronger communities. Today, we are proud to spotlight Fatai Adekitan Aderogba, whose journey reflects resilience, lifelong learning, and a deep dedication to service. actiondignity.org/blog/

Become a Natural Support in your community! Join our training ⬇️ Limited spots, register now: actiondignity.org/event/bridging…

Today, March 21, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. At ActionDignity, this day also holds special meaning as we celebrate 24 years of advancing dignity, equity, and community leadership. #Equity #SystemsChange #IDERD #CommunityLeadership

Welcome our new member: Umuaka Africa! Their mission is to empower children and families of African descent through culturally rooted programs that build identity, confidence, leadership, and a strong sense of belonging within the Calgary community.

Join our interactive and youth-friendly LEGAL LITERACY virtual workshop! You'll learn youth legal rights at school, at work, in housing, and when interacting with police. Register Now: actiondignity.org/event/legal-li… #youthlegalrights #legalliteracywokshop

We’re proud to be featured in Calgary Guardian! Our story highlights the heart of ActionDignity—bringing communities together, amplifying voices, and advancing equity through systems change. Read the full feature: calgaryguardian.com/calgary-charit… #SystemsChange #CommunityLeadership

Young people often turn to you first — let’s equip you with the knowledge to support them confidently. This virtual workshop will walk you through the legal rights youth hold at school, at work, in housing, and when interacting with police. Register Now: actiondignity.org/event/legal-li…

Internationally trained professionals bring invaluable experience — yet many still face barriers when trying to work in their fields. Join our International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination event to discuss more. Register now: actiondignity.org/event/iderd-20… #IDERD2026

Welcome our new member organization: Teach to Grow Canada Foundation! The foundation implements a range of community-based initiatives focused on food security, education, and empowerment. Learn more about the organization: teachtogrow.org

Greetings from Halifax! Our Brokers Build Bridges project coordinator presented at the 28th Metropolis Canada Conference. The session highlighted our community-co-developed model addressing intersectional barriers to settlement for racialized newcomers.

In February, we received many amazing submissions to our Black Canadians: Crossroads of Identity & Belongingness art campaign. The artwork showcase page is live now! Join us to explore the stories, emotions, and thoughts behind each artwork. Check it now: actiondignity.org/artwork-showca…