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Join us for a day exploring London & Middlesex's immigration history, creating community through poetry and conversation.
About This Event
The London & Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership and its community partners are pleased to announce the 9th annual All Are Welcome Here: Looking Forward and Acknowledging the Past: Voices of Immigrants in Our Community
All Are Welcome Here brings together community members from across London and Middlesex to celebrate our region's diversity and learn how to build more welcoming communities.
This year's event marks London's bicentennial with a special focus on the immigration history and present of London and Middlesex and the diverse communities that have shaped our city.
What to Expect
- Indigenous opening ceremony with drumming
- Keynote presentation on London's immigration history and present
- Presentation of recent newcomer survey findings
- Interactive bicentennial-themed icebreaker
- Welcoming Landlord and Workplace awards ceremony
- Provided meal with live music
- Poetry readings by local poets from London and Middlesex
- Collaborative poetry workshop (write individually or with your table)
- Open sharing session for those who wish to read their work
Who Should Attend
- Community members interested in building welcoming communities in London and Middlesex
- Newcomers and long-time residents
- Faith leaders and community organizations
- Service providers and local partners
- Anyone interested in London and Middlesex's diverse history
Accessibility & Language
- The venue is accessible
- A Francophone table will be available during the poetry workshop
- Content will be presented in clear, accessible language
Registration is required to help us plan catering and materials.
