Welcome to
THE Community Leaders Program
About
Our Mission
At Moss Park Chronicles, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the Moss Park neighbourhood. Through Building Roots' Community Leaders (CL) Program, we aim to empower individuals and foster community building. Our unique initiative, started in 2019 by Building Roots, focuses on place-based assets to create collaborative and people-centered approaches. We provide training and leadership opportunities that align with participants' interests, ensuring a strong foundation for community development.
Our cohort of four community leaders just started in March 2024! You can learn more about them here.
Craig
As an individual I have over four decades of living in the City of Toronto and have experienced countless times of unmistakable hardships, disappointments, and displacement. But I have endured and defeated those times, and have made a private life of very lovely development, stability, and sustainability! I am truly inspired to use my wealth of personal experince to be a very valuable asset to Building Roots.
Program Goals:
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Redevelop my experince in collaborating with my leadership program cohort
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Develop a positive profile as a representative and team member of the community
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To offer any of my skills to the Building Roots organisation
Dorah
Born and raised in Kampala, Uganda, in one of the slums, I have been taught empathy and kindness from a young age. My humble background has taught me the importance of giving back to others and making a positive impact in the community. Hence, I am delighted to now be a community leader. Certainly, being a product of humble beginnings then becoming a beacon of hope in our Community is nothing short of inspirational.
Program Goals:
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To facilitate networking opportunities and workshops for the community
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To develop a program that will be used by Building Roots in the long run
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To organise a fundraising event in the community for a good cause
Hope
My name is Hope immaculate musanase. I am a very passionate human beings especially in the field of social work and community development . I have dedicated my career to making a positive impact in people's lives through social work, advocacy, and education. I have worked tirelessly to address the systematic issues that perpetual inequality and marginalized people. Guided by compassion and commitment to human dignity, I strive to create equitable and inclusive society for all.
Program Goals:
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To see myself equipped with social work and community skills
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To Empower people and increased awareness as a community leader
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To work out integration plans to help communities improve livelihoods
Duncan
My name is Horine Duncan (He/him), and I am deeply passionate about community work and advocacy. With over a decade of experience in problem-solving, customer service, crisis management, and effective leadership, I have honed my skills while working with marginalized communities. Through training, collaboration, and community support, I have developed a strong commitment to social welfare, making me an ideal candidate for Building Roots' Community Leadership Program.
Program Goals:
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To gain more leadership skills
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To understand how to facilitate change in the community effectively
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To advocate for black men and make them feel heard and understood
Program Logistics
Each CL cohort goes through a six-month program with Building Roots. This year, thanks to the support of the Community Services Recovery Fund offered by Employment and Social Development Canada, we are able to provide robust mentorship and training from our staff, community experts, and external contractors.
Each CL will actively participate in shaping their experience through planning, goal setting, training, community involvement, and evaluation
Stay tuned as we accomplish so much more!
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