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In a country of 37 Million, spread over nearly 10 Million kilometers, two official languages and more than 200 languages spoken at home, Canada is known for its diversity and tolerance. Hosted by Canadian Senator Mobina Jaffer, Every Voice Counts is a unique voice in the Canadian Political landscape. Herself a refugee, Senator Jaffer and her guests will explore topics of marginalization and belonging, as well as informing Canadians about the role of the Senate in 2020.
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Thursday Jul 16, 2020
Thursday Jul 16, 2020
Following the 2019 Global Pluralism Awards Ceremony, I had the opportunity to sit down with some of the individuals who were recognized this year for their commitment to using diversity as a tool to usher in peace and inclusiveness in their communities and abroad.
Alice Barbe is the co-founder and CEO of SINGA, a citizen movement that started in France but is now expanding across Europe. Founded in 2012, SINGA fosters collaboration between refugees and their host cities by focusing on refugee’s personal, professional, cultural, and entrepreneurial plans and goals. SINGA is now active in 22 European cities and has worked with over 5,000 refugees and 20,000 locals. Read more about SINGA here: https://award.pluralism.ca/2019-2/singa/.
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