Rooted in Strength champions women, girls, non-binary and gender-minority caregivers of colour supporting loved ones with disabilities. The task of caregiving commonly falls on the shoulders of this steadfast population. Yet, so often our needs are dismissed due to race, gender, or both.
This is a culturally affirming safe space where your voice truly matters, your opinions and lived experiences are recognized, and you are seen and respected. Here, you are among people who understand your struggles and celebrate your successes. Newcomers and immigrants are welcome. This Family Hangout is facilitated by a FSI Resource Parent who is a BIPOC mom of a child with a disability, dedicated to uplifting and celebrating other BIPOC women and gender minorities.
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Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
FSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs, please let us know when you register, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs.”
Sign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register.
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.