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Tools for Change: Creating the Change You Want

February 25, 2014

International Women’s Day

MARCH

8 art for IWD

Tools for Change: Creating the Change You Want

at the Harbour House Hotel and Organic Farm
March 8, 2014 9am – 5pm

This year, in the spirit of the United Nations’ 2014 International Women’s Day (IWD) theme of “CHANGEMAKERS,” SWOVA and IWAV have teamed up to present a weekend of exciting events, with the generous support of the Harbour House Hotel.

Festivities kick off the evening of Friday, March 7th with SPARKFEST, an evening of entertainment showcasing female performers that brings the community together to celebrate youth and young female mentors.  Saturday, March 8th will feature TOOLS FOR CHANGE: CREATING THE CHANGE YOU WANT, a full day of inspiring and energizing workshops and skill-training sessions.  On Saturday evening, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May will host an EVENING OF INSPIRATION AND CELEBRATION.

The workshops on offer are:

 

9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.: 

YOGA with Celeste Mallett

or

DANCE OUR WAY HOME, with Vanya
Dance Our Way Home uses a perfect balance of facilitated and non-facilitated dance. Dances to invoke curiosity in self, practicing in a real, embodied way a “feeling at home” with one another, in community, and in the world at large. www.vanyasforest.com

 

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.:

PROMOTING YOUR VOICE THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE INTERNET, with Julie Nowell
Learn how to use social media and the internet to share your passion and promote your business or cause. Understanding the purpose of websites, blogs, twitter and Facebook will help you connect with the people you need, and harness the power of the internet to work in your favour.
JULIE NOWELL is a blogger, publisher and private consultant, she works on amazing projects all designed to support and nurture creativity, a positive lifestyle and viable business practices. A true believer of the win-win-win philosophy, Julie’s goals are to create rewarding opportunities that benefit all of those involved.

or:

FINDING OUR VOICES THROUGH WRITING, with Ahava Shira
In a circle of trust, openness, and respect, participants will be supported to: recognize the limiting beliefs that impede them from writing freely, speaking out, and sharing their voices with others; shape and share their personal and imaginary stories on the page and “on the stage”; express their feelings, desires, obsessions, and uncertainties in fresh, curious, and creative ways.

AHAVA SHIRA, Ph.D., is a writer, storyteller, and facilitator of the Finding Our Voices Project. She mentors girls and women ages 14-70 through Connecting Generations and the Centre for Loving Inquiry. Ahava feels passionately about helping women love themselves through expressing their authentic creativity.

 

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.:

SEX: TAKING CHARGE OF PLEASURE, with Jenny Redpath, Caffyn Jesse, and Tiffany Wightman. Our society, entrenched in sexism, has resulted in resounding shame around sex, and specifically around women being pleasured by sex. Being stripped of true pleasure negatively affects women and compromises relationships. This workshop will allow room to explore one’s experience with pleasure and sex. It hopes to open the door to fun and meaningful conversation around adopting a feminist model for sexual pleasure. Laughter is likely, as the workshop will respectfully approach with candid humour what we don’t usually choose to explore: Our own pleasure.
CAFFYN JESSE is a Certified Somatic Sex Educator who supports diverse people on their journey to sexual wholeness. Caffyn has a Masters degree in Educational Studies and a postgraduate Associate in Sex Education certificate from the Institute for Advanced Studies in Human Sexuality. She has a special passion for empowering women and helping survivors of sexual abuse to reclaim the capacity for pleasure.
JENNY REDPATH As a Registered Nurse, Jenny cares deeply for others, with a special interest in Women’s Health. Recognized for her tireless efforts in creating education and support around sexual health, Jenny works as a Supervisor at Options For Sexual Health and ensures whole school Sexual Health Education opportunities in our school district.
TIFFANY WIGHTMAN is a teacher and counsellor at Salt Spring Island Middle School. She advocates for equality, social and environmental sanity, and human liberation, especially as they apply to young people. Tiffany has a diploma in Women’s Studies, a graduate degree in Environmental Studies, teaching certification and a Masters in Counselling Education. Tiffany sees the dire need for greater sexual health education in our school system. She supports change through empowerment, honest dialogue, and as much laughter as possible.

or

FINDING OUR VOICES AND BUILDING OUR CONNECTIONS, with Maggie Ziegler
This session is an opportunity to speak from our hearts and with our true voices about what matters to us. We will weave ourselves into a collective tapestry that will provide strength and support to our individual aspirations as changemakers.
MAGGIE ZIEGLER, M.A., is a facilitator, educator, and former psychotherapist. She has worked for several decades in the field of violence-prevention and intervention, and also facilitates processes that deepen our relationships to all of life.

 

2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.:

WORLD CAFE, with Dana Peace and members of the Salish Sea Girls’ Leadership Project
The challenges of life in the 21st Century require us to find new ways to access the wisdom and intelligence inherent in groups both small and large. Café Conversations are one way that communities, and people from all walks of life are using to create a common purpose, share knowledge, make more intelligent decisions, and call forth life-affirming action together.  The World Café is set up like a café, where people move around the tables and have a series of conversations on issues that are meaningful to our community.
More information at: www.co-intelligence.org/P-worldcafe.html

 

This fabulous day of workshops costs only $10 for the day ($5 for 19 and under)

TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST. PURCHASE AT HARBOUR HOUSE HOTEL OR SWOVA TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!!

For more information, please contact:

SWOVA – 250-537-1336

Or email: [email protected]

Or visit the Event website:  changemakers2014.com

 

 

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New to Salt Spring, Devon is excited to engage with the local community. As a certified teacher and registered counsellor, she works with students both on Salt Spring and across BC, offering social and emotional instruction, support, and skill development. Her extensive experience in both educational and recreational settings has given her a strong appreciation for the critical role that meaningful connection with others plays in the development of children and youth. A strong advocate for social-emotional learning, Devon views it as the foundation for all other areas of growth and is particularly inspired by the programs offered by The Circle Education.

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Christina Adair is a dedicated professional serving as a District Child and Youth Worker for SD64. With an extensive background spanning over 15 years, Christina has acquired substantial experience working with children and youth in diverse capacities. Her unwavering commitment lies in fostering youth leadership and advocating for their rights. Christina has demonstrated her dedication through 13 years of volunteering with Scouts Canada, where she successfully led youth groups and facilitated adult meetings. Christina takes immense pride in her role as a caregiver and mentor to countless young individuals, with her two grown children serving as a testament to her nurturing capabilities.

Dan has been working in the credit union system for over 22 years, the last 8 with Island Savings, a division of First West Credit Union.  His latest role is as a Branch Manager for the Salt Spring branch.

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He also volunteered for 12 years with the PACE program in Victoria.  PACE is a musical theater program through the school system for children ages 5 – 17 that puts on two shows every year.

While new to Salt Spring, having moved here in the spring of 2021, he is excited to get involved with the community and proud to be involved with The Circle Education.

Lisa grew up in Cochrane, Alberta, and has recently come to live on Salt Spring Island, after having lived abroad for 25 years.  She studied fine arts at the Wackers Academie in Amsterdam, had a son in Denmark and a daughter in the UK. She served as Chair of the PTA of Holy Trinity Primary School in Wimbledon for 5 years, which was a registered charity entity separate from the school. She learned about the Pass it On Boys program when her son showed an interest in joining it. Being new to the community she asked fellow parents about the program to find out how it was viewed. After hearing only good things about it, she registered her son and the next logical step was of course to join the board, as she always strives to be an active member of the community by providing support based on her broad life experience.

Lyyli Kennedy was a Pass it On mentor at Gulf Islands Secondary School and has been drawn to the idea of working with The Circle Education for a long time. She had been waiting for a facilitator role that aligned with her schedule as head baker at Francis Bread, and this role with the Pass it On Program is the perfect match. With her background leading diverse kitchen teams and working as a classroom education assistant, Lyyli (pronounced Loo-Lee) is committed to fostering respectful relationships and inclusive spaces.

Patrick Howlett moved from Australia to Canada in 2019. Nine years earlier, he switched careers from communications to outdoor education. He worked with young people at The Great Aussie Bush Camp and Camp Tanuga in Michigan, USA, and helped students run their Senior Leadership Challenge at Camp Summit in Squamish. His work with youth taught him the value of patience, the ability to see the best in people, the importance of clear communication and empathy.

Marcia is our Communications and Event Coordinator since July 2021. She moved with her husband and two daughters – who are both attending high school in SD64 now – from the Netherlands to Salt Spring Island in 2012

As a swim team coach for the Salt Spring Stingrays, Marcia knows and understands youth realities of living on a small island.

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Kate's unique approach combines her background in theatre, play building, and improv with a deep understanding of youth development. This blend of skills allows her to create engaging, interactive experiences that resonate with young people across various age groups.

Students consistently praise Kate for her compassion, attentiveness, and ability to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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