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Algoma Family Services hosting first annual Family Pride event

The event will take place in the AFS parking lot and is open to everyone free of charge, come on out to enjoy a fun afternoon of activities with the family
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NEWS RELEASE
ALGOMA FAMILY SERVICES
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On Wednesday, June 26, from 4:30-7:30 p.m., Algoma Family Services (AFS) will be hosting the first annual Family Pride event at AFS, 205 McNabb St.

Welcome LGBTQ* & Allies. The event will take place in the AFS parking lot and is open to everyone free of charge, come on out to enjoy a fun afternoon of activities with the family.

During this exciting event, AFS has a number of activities planned which include:

  • Face Painting
  • Water Balloon Games
  • Fish Pond
  • Rainbow Painting
  • Tie Dye (We encourage you to bring your item to tie dye as quantities are limited - shirts, socks, hats, bandanas, etc.)
  • Obstacle Course
  • History of Pride display
  • Food
  • Prizes and much more

“At AFS we wanted to take our agency a step further with inclusion and diversity by engaging the community and our staff to honour LGBTQ* identities and experiences,” said Kyle Co-chair of the Family Pride event committee.

“It’s important that we have these events for people who identify as LGBTQ* to celebrate identity and existence, to feel included and to have a space that involves and represents their lives and experiences. We want to begin a tradition to continue to bust barriers for LGBTQ* to support them in their mental health, to advocate for mental health, as we are aware that violence, discrimination and oppression continue to be a concern.”

“At AFS we are working hard to build a more inclusive and diverse workplace. I applaud the AFS Inclusion and Diversity Committee on holding our first Family Pride event! It is a big and bold step for our agency and reflects or commitment to the people we serve, specifically our LGBTQ* community. We invite the community to join us in this celebration and learn more about the services we provide,” said Ali Juma, AFS CEO.

Algoma Family Services is a provider of specialized services for infant, children, youth, adults and families in the Algoma District. Our services are evidence-based, client-centered, family- focused and delivered by a team of skilled professionals.

For more information about the Family Pride Event or to contact us please visit our Facebook Page, at Algoma Family Services.

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