Social Justice Coffee House
With the success of our first social justice coffee house, we’re pleased to host another one during Inclusion Week 2025! All staff, faculty, and students are invited to be a part of this event. Whether you want to be a performer or simply attend, we welcome you to participate!
This year’s theme is food insecurity. Compassion and understanding are key to tackling this issue, helping us address the root causes and create real change. Want to learn more about food insecurity? Check out these resources:
- 15 Examples of Social Issues in Canada
- The Society Library
- What can be done to reduce food insecurity in Canada?
- Harvest Voices 2024
Event Details:
- Date: March 5, 2025
- Time: 10:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.
- Location: Roundhouse Auditorium (Second Floor), Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, Exchange District Campus
What to Expect:
- You can share readings (poetry, fiction, or non-fiction), sing, engage in discussions, or take part in discussing food insecurity. Our goal is to create a safe space to express your thoughts, connect with others, and learn together.
- Collecting Donations: Bring donations of snacks, non-perishable food, gently used winter clothing, travel-sized hygiene items, or new socks. All donations will be shared with Community 204, an organization that support people experiencing housing insecurity in Winnipeg.
Why Attend?
- Express Yourself: This is a safe space to share your thoughts on important social justice issues.
- Connect with Peers: Meet others who are passionate about creating positive change.
- Learn and Grow: Gain new perspectives on social justice and food insecurity.
How to Participate:
- Perform or Present: If you’d like to perform or present, please fill out the form below to share what you’d like to contribute.
- Be an Audience Member: If you’re not performing, your presence and support will make a difference! Please fill out the form to let us know you’ll be attending. Afterward, you’ll receive a meeting invite to hold the space in your calendar.
- Registration Form via MS Forms.
Refreshments:
Enjoy complimentary coffee and light snacks throughout the event.