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		<title>Youth Workshop Encourages Creativity, Reflection and Positive Change &#124; United in Voices</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:01:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Imagining a Better World Through Art As part of the community engagement activities connected to United in Voices: Intercultural Dialogue Festival, youth participants came together for another meaningful workshop focused...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Imagining a Better World Through Art</strong></p>
<p>As part of the community engagement activities connected to <strong>United in Voices: Intercultural Dialogue Festival</strong>, youth participants came together for another meaningful workshop focused on reflection, creativity, and positive change.</p>
<p>The workshop began with a simple but powerful question:</p>
<p><strong>“What is one thing you would change about the world?”</strong></p>
<p>Working in small groups, participants shared their thoughts and explored important issues affecting communities locally and globally. Their conversations touched on themes such as:</p>
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<li>Environment</li>
<li>Poverty</li>
<li>Education</li>
<li>Bullying</li>
<li>Health</li>
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<p>Through sticky notes, group discussions, collaborative thinking, and creative expression, youth reflected on real challenges facing our world and imagined ways to build a more compassionate, inclusive, and connected future.</p>
<p>The workshop provided a space for young people to express their voices, listen to one another, work as a team, and transform their ideas into meaningful artistic expression.</p>
<p>We concluded the day by celebrating everyone’s contributions, sharing information about upcoming community events, and capturing memories together.</p>
<p>A sincere thank you to all the youth participants, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this workshop a success.</p>
<p>Every idea shared and every brushstroke painted reminded us that change begins with reflection, creativity, and the courage to imagine a better world together.</p>
<p>For more information : <a href="https://grfsociety.ca/united-in-voices/">United in Voices</a></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://grfsociety.ca/youth-workshop-encourages-creativity-reflection-and-positive-change-united-in-voices/">Youth Workshop Encourages Creativity, Reflection and Positive Change | United in Voices</a> appeared first on <a href="https://grfsociety.ca">GRFS</a>.</p>
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		<title>YANKI Can’t Wait to Bring This Event to Life</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 03:41:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Mark your calendars! On Saturday, January 18th, at 6:45 PM, the special program celebrating YANKI Magazine’s 2nd anniversary—prepared and presented by GRFS youth—will take place! We’ve been working hard, wrapping...</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://grfsociety.ca/yanki-magazine-2nd-anniversary/">YANKI Can’t Wait to Bring This Event to Life</a> appeared first on <a href="https://grfsociety.ca">GRFS</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mark your calendars! On Saturday, January 18th, at 6:45 PM, the special program celebrating YANKI Magazine’s 2nd anniversary—prepared and presented by GRFS youth—will take place!</p>
<p>We’ve been working hard, wrapping up rehearsals with great excitement, and we can’t wait to see you on this big day! Join us for a memorable evening filled with fun, creativity, and joy.</p>
<p>Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to invite your friends! And most importantly, don’t forget the registration!</p>
<p>Remember, love is a verb—it’s shown through action, kindness, and sharing moments together. Let’s celebrate this journey with love and unity!</p>
<p>Registration link: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/yanki-2-yil-donumu">https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/yanki-2-yil-donumu</a></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://grfsociety.ca/yanki-magazine-2nd-anniversary/">YANKI Can’t Wait to Bring This Event to Life</a> appeared first on <a href="https://grfsociety.ca">GRFS</a>.</p>
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		<title>YANKI Magazine 2nd Anniversary Special</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 14:12:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Two years ago, we began this journey, growing and making our voices heard with you. Now, we’re excited to present the YANKI 2nd Anniversary Program! ? An event filled with...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two years ago, we began this journey, growing and making our voices heard with you. Now, we’re excited to present the YANKI 2nd Anniversary Program! ?</p>
<p>An event filled with songs, plays, fun contests, and more. On this special night where the voices of youth will resonate as “YANKI” we’ll share the joy of being together.</p>
<p>We can’t wait to have you with us to celebrate this meaningful moment! ??</p>
<p>Registrations link: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/yanki-2-yil-donumu">https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/yanki-2-yil-donumu</a></p>
<p>Don’t miss out on this amazing evening—reserve your spot before the tickets run out :)))</p>
<p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/2757.png" alt="❗" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> NOTE: Tickets are free and limited in number.</p>
<p>You must have a ticket to attend the program.</p>
<p><em>Viewers who wish to support our magazine can make a donation in the &#8220;Add a donation&#8221; section during registration.</em></p>
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