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Environmental Scan of Programs and Services to Support Yazidi Families in Pembina Trails Area – September 2018Background: Winnipeg is one of five Canadian cities selected to receive Yazidi refugees, and many have settled in the catchment of the Pembina Trails School Division. While Pembina Trails School Division has experience in supporting newcomer students, including students from refugee backgrounds, staff at the school division have raised concerns about unmet needs of children in classrooms and families in the communities. These include needs for pyscho-social supports to address signs of trauma in children and families as well as settlement supports. There concerns were raised on a call hosted by MANSO, which engages service providers, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and key departments of the Province of Manitoba. MANSO is collating this Scan of Programs and Services from service providers who are a) providing key services for government assisted refugees or privately sponsored refugees AND/OR b) providing services in the Pembina Trails area AND/OR c) providing services designed for Yazidi community members. Our hope is that cross-sectoral initiatives and strategic, interagency partnerships can strengthen service coordination for the Yazidi people. We hope this Directory of Programs and Services for Yazidis scan will have a positive impact, whether it leads to new partnerships, increases referrals, raises awareness of existing programs, or informs the development of new programming for the Yazidi community who live around Pembina Trails School Division.SCOPE: Program and services that address the specific needs of the Yazidi community including school aged children, non-school aged children, and parents. Note that a more complete listing of settlement services is available on MANSO’s website. MANSO will regularly review this document to ensure information is kept up-to-date on the MANSO website at . Please send updates to s.oumer@mansomanitoba.ca Summer Programming for YouthAgencyNewcomer Employment & Education Development Services (N.E.E.D.S.) Contact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyMisty Belcourt, Community Connections Program Manager(204) 940-1263misty@needsinc.caAcadia Junior HighSchool-aged childrenEmploys Kurmanji & Arabic speaking staffPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services July 4 – August 18Half day summer programming (mornings – K-6; afternoons Gr. 7-12)Other CommentsAgencyFamily DynamicsContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyPatricia Eyamba, Settlement Worker covering Fort Garry(204) 894-8421Epiphany Church, 200 Dalhousie Dr.Aged 6-12SERC and Family DynamicsPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Summer program starting July 16th to end July 27th EAL, swimming and other outdoor activities Other CommentsCurrently working with 26 children (from about 15 families)AgencyAurora Family Therapy CentreContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyMuuxi Adam 204-774-7311mu.adam@uwinnipeg.ca July at Kings Park (Baylor Area)August at Rec Plex Teen GirlsProvided by schools. Can be provided when necessaryPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Tuesdays 4:00-6:00pm, July & AugustYazidi Girls Soccer Group: Soccer Program is meant for young girls to learn basic skills in soccer while developing positive relationships with their peersOther CommentsOpen to ReferralsPrograms for Children and YouthAgencyNewcomer Employment & Education Development Services (N.E.E.D.S. Inc.)Contact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyMisty Belcourt, Community Connections Program Manager(204) 940-1263misty@needsinc.ca Ryerson SchoolDalhousie School Acadia SchoolFort Richmond Collegiate(detailed list of services by schools attached)School-aged childrenEmploys six Kurmanji speaking staff plus many Arabic speakersPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services September – June(detailed schedule of services by schools available)A variety of supports provided at schools by community connectors, including: Orientation Programs; Targeted psychosocial group sessions with Yazidi Clients; Cross-cultural Activities-running hands on session in classrooms/recess/lunch to tackle issues around bullying/diversity/xenophobia; Family Events-Connect families to school/provide sessions on info and orientationCommunity connectors can also help with:Assist with School Registration, intake and assessmentsLink families to schools i.e. relevant school eventsHome Visits and referralsAssist with Behavior support/Crisis responseLunch Support-with clients who needs additional assistanceInterpretation-communicate with families-problem solve/supportsOne on One Psychosocial supportClient case management (Observation and Assessment to support client needs)Consult daily with school staff-collaborate on client supportOther CommentsCurrently working with 47 primary aged children; 13 middle years; 26 senior yearsAgencyYMCA-YWCA of WPGContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyCarla Kowal (204)996-8537Carla.kowal@ymanitoba.caAfter-school program at Downtown YMCA-YWCASchool-based program currently in partnership with RETSD Newcomer youth age 13-21Provided by schools. Can be provided when necessaryPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Flexible-ongoingNewcomer Youth Wellness Program (detailed program description available)Provides facilitated well-being enhancement workshops, informal supportivecounselling, group mentorship, and recreation opportunities to immigrant and refugee youth who are interested in exploring the concepts of mental wellness. These activities integrate physical activity, psycho-social education, creative expression, mindfulness, storytelling, grounding techniques, strategiesfor coping with stress, various forms of resilience building, identity building, and cross-cultural understanding. All services are recovery oriented, trauma informed and culturally appropriate. Groups are separated by age and gender to promote feelings of safety and openness, as well as to cater to the unique needs of different youth. The Newcomer Youth Wellness program also provides youthparticipants with bus tokens, a healthy snack and interpretation/translation services as needed. We also have a partnership with Newcomer Employment and Education Development Services (NEEDS Inc), which involves referring youth to their mentorship program.Other CommentsPrograms for Parents and FamiliesAgencyManitoba Interfaith Immigration Council- Welcome PlaceContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyFelicien Rubayita, RAP (Resettlement Assistance Program) Team Leader (204) 285 3378felicienr@miic.caMIIC office – 521 Bannatyne Ave.Adults, children, youth (no age or gender specific programs)YESPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services OngoingRAP - Resettlement Assistance Program (airport pick up, temporary accommodation, orientations, documentation, permanent housing, school registration for kids and adults), linkage to medical services and other services neededLife Skills Training Settlement - ongoing support in clients daily needs, including sponsorship, linkage to EIA, employment and other special services. Volunteer Matching program which connects refugee clients with volunteer Canadian hosts.All services offered are provided in client language of origin.Other CommentsNOTE: All government assisted refugee families have a settlement counsellor at either Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council (Welcome Place) or Accueil francophone.Currently working with 21 Yazidi families including single young adults. Total number of Yazidi clients (all ages) - 131AgencyAccueil francophoneContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyBoris Ntambwe, RAP (Resettlement Assistance Program) Program and Housing Coordinator (204) 975-4250BNtambwe@sfm.mb.c190 De la Cathedrale Adults, children, youth (no age or gender specific programs)YESPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services OngoingAcceuil francophone provides services similar to MIIC described above.Other CommentsNOTE: All government assisted refugee families have a settlement counsellor at either Accueil francophone or Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council (Welcome Place).AgencyFamily DynamicsContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyHeather RochonProgram Manager Family Supports for Refugees Program hrochon@familydynamics.ca204-594-0581Kendra CharlesIntake CoordinatorFamily Supports for Refugees Programkcharles@familydynamics.ca204-594-1896Office: Portage Place (401-393 Portage Ave.We meet with families in their homes, in the community and at community agenciesIndividuals or families, children, youth, adults & seniorsBarriers may includelow literacy and/or educationlow English or Frenchlimited coping skillsminimal or no urban living experiencelong stays in refugee campstraumachallenging family dynamicsisolationmental or physical health issuesdisabilitiessingle parentinglarge familiesWe work with a pool of interpreters to provide supports in client’s first language.Programs date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Family Supports for Refugees Program Open to self referrals and referrals by service providers Ongoing services provided as neededWe provide short & longer term comprehensive case management, cultural brokering, advocacy and service coordination for high needs Government or Privately sponsored Refugees facing multiple barriers to settlement. We assess client needs in all life areas including but not limited to safety, isolation, parenting, family relationships, basic needs (housing, food), finances, health and mental health care needs, legal concerns, and education and employment goals to collaboratively identify client priorities, goals, strengths and challenges in order to develop a service plan together. With client consent, facilitated referrals are made to link clients to community resources and collaborate with existing community supports while working to overcome logistical, cultural, or language challenges that act as barriers to a family’s successful adaptation to life in Canada. Other CommentsReferrals to other departments within Family Dynamics can include: In-home Family Support, Counselling, Behavioural supports in daycares, Family Resource Centres, & Neighbourhood Immigrant Settlement Workers.AgencyFamily DynamicsContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyPatricia Eyamba , Settlement Worker covering Fort Garry(204) 894-8421nisw.fortgarry@familydynamics .ca Epiphany Church, 200 Dalhousie Dr.Age 15 -55SERC and Family DynamicsPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Started May 18th to end July 13th Adaptation and Intergenerational communication sessions: Program provides information on intercultural communication to address ongoing needs and interest.Flexible time : May 17th Baby steps English conversation class: Practice conversation English Other CommentsPartnership with SERCAgencyAurora Family Therapy Centre (AFTC)Contact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyMuuxi Adam 204-774-7311mu.adam@uwinnipeg.caVarious (see below)Adults & FamiliesYesPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Saturdays 10:00-12:00pm OngoingWiggle Giggle Much: Parenting Program with small children (Fort Garry Access Centre)As neededWalk and Learn: Supporting families/individuals in learning how to take the bus, and learning routes between destinationsTuesdays 2:00-4:00pm, OngoingQuilting Group: Yazidi Adult Women (Fort Garry Access Centre)Wednesday 3:30-5:30pmOngoingSupport Group for Yazidi Young Women NOTE: CLOSED GROUP, NOT ACCEPTING REFERRALSMondays 4:00-6:00pmYazidi Men's Soccer Group: Opportunity for men to come together to play soccer at U of W Rec PlexSaturdays July & August 2:00-4:30pm Hours may change in SeptemberYazidi Men's Support Group NOTE: CLOSED GROUP, NOT ACCEPTING REFERRALSTuesdays, 5:30-7:30pmOngoingNewcomer Coffee Club: Various Information topics with fun activities (various locations)Fridays 12:00-4:00pmNewcomers at the Children’s Museum: Various information topics, with some fun activities (usually at Children’s Museum)Starting in September Mondays 1:00-3:00pmYazidi’s Womens Support Group: Adult Yazidi Women NOTE: CLOSED GROUP, NOT ACCEPTING REFERRALSOther CommentsAgencyMount Carmel Clinic Contact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyRebecca Blaikierblaikie@mountcarmel.ca204-589-9421886 Main street Or At families home.Adults, children, youth (no age or gender specific programs)One of our social workers speaks Arabic, but all social workers rely on a Kurmanji-speaking interpretersPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services On going 8:45-am-5:00pmOur Multicultural Wellness Program provides counselling and psychosocial supports to newcomer immigrants and refugees. Currently working with about 14 families.Other CommentsNOTE AgencyMosaic Newcomer Family Resource NetworkContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyStephanie Stetefeld204-774-7311sstetefeld@mosaicnet.caFGMB – 1771 Pembina Hwy(8 classes CLB foundations - CLB5 am and pm options, 4 days per week)Fort Richmond 85 Keslar 2 classes am only CLB 3-5Adults with preschool aged children 6 months to 5 yearsSettlement workers speak Kurmanji and ArabicPrograms date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Continuous intake from September - June. Next year starts on September 10, 2019LINC classes with CNC (language classes with childcare)Other CommentsAll referrals through WELARC () AgencyMosaic Newcomer Family Resource NetworkContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyJean Tinling204-774-7311jtinling@mosaicnet.caAccess Fort Garry,135 Plaza Drive Winnipeg, MB R3T 6E8Parents and their toddlers and preschool childrenFacilitator(s) speaking in Arabic plus volunteers who speak Kurmanji (coming from LINC classes with Benchmark 4-6)Programs date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services Wiggle Giggle and MunchOct 26-Nov 30 (6 weeks program)WGM is a Drop-in program that offers parents and their toddlers and preschoolers two hours of active play and healthy snacks.Wellness Program in partnership with Immigrant Women’s Counselling Services – Access Norwest)Will run this Winter 2019 approximately dates in Feb-MarchIt is a program designed exclusively for immigrant and refugee women. Activities of the program aims to maintain a high level of well-being through proper diet and nutritious food, light exercises, stress management, and illness prevention.Other CommentsAgencySociety for Manitobans with Disabilities (SMD): Ethno-Cultural ProgramContact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyHevin AhmadHAhmad@smd.mb.caTel 204 4709782825 Sherbrook Street Wpg, but we work extensively in the communityChildren and adults with disabilities. Provides cultural broker services to the families they work with, some of this includes interpretation, both linguistic and cultural interpretation.Programs date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services On goingThe Ethno-Cultural program at SMD works with individuals, both children and adults, with disabilities, whose first language is not English, and helps them to navigate the health and social services systems. This enables the individuals and their families to learn about the systems and processes, so that they can make independent and informed decisions on their own care or the care of a family member. Interpreter support is provided for families at meetings with service providers. The program does not provide services such as home care, day programming, or residential support.Other CommentsCurrently working with three familiesAgencyJewish and Child and Family Services (JCFS)Contact person/s email and phone number LocationTarget Audience (Age groups)Interpretation services provided by your agencyNafiya Naso204-295-6276nnaso@Jewish Child and Family ServiceAdults, children, youth (no age or gender specific programs)YESKurmanji and Arabic as needed Programs date and time (start and end date )A brief description of programs and services On goingWe provide orientation program, community events, assisting with school registration/ follow-up, home visits, bi-weekly food deliveries to Yazidi Government Assisted Refuges (GAR’s) in highest need, economical shopping, coordinating Donation drives, E.I.A. supports, matching families with Canadian families, working with partners to provide families with clothing, footwear and home appliances at no cost, addressing daily needs and recreational activities. Currently we are working with 48 GAR families (240 people) and 10 Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs) (55 people) Thursday evenings. (September-June)Informal EAL Program Adult Conversation Circles, school-aged homework club, preschool activities at (Temple Shlaom-1077 Grant Avenue)First Thursday of each month Supplementary EAL program First Thursday of each month is used for the Yazidi community to meet. (Temple Shlaom-1077 Grant Avenue)Other CommentsNOTE: Other Different events throughout the year. TBA (e.g. Mt. Sinjar Memorial Program, Yazidi New Year Celebration, Annual BBQ, etc.) Other Possible Supports (existing programs that could be expanded / possible new programs)Agency & Contact InformationA brief description of programs and services YMCA-YWCA of WPGGuyaatu Boru(204)998-5508Guyaatu.boru@ymanitoba.caYCAN – YMCA Community Action Network. Coordinator works with different groups of youth to lead them through a process of identifying a community need, coming up with a realistic sustainable solution and helping them launch that initiative over several months. Youth from under-represented groups age 15-30. Not a newcomer specific program but falls under newcomer portfolio and can be adapted well to work with newcomer youth populationMosaicNewcomer Family Resource NetworkTraining and workshops for teachers:Positive Discipline in Everyday Teaching (developed by Dr. Joan Durrant from U. of Mb and Save the Children Sweden)A four day teacher workshop, ideally involving all staff in the school (teacher and non-teaching staff)This workshop may be very helpful for a school with a high number of refugee childrenRecommend that it is done in combination with our workshop ob understanding and working with children who have experienced traumaRelationships, Trauma and the BrainOverview: All refugee students and many other students in our schools have already experienced many difficult transitions and/or traumatic events in their short lives. We see by their behaviour that they need our help and support. An understanding of the impact of stress and trauma on the developing brain can help us support these children on their journey to heal. As we look at honouring the experiences of the children in our care we will discuss attachment, brain development and the impact of stress and trauma on the developing brain. This workshop will discuss the importance of supporting parents in building and maintaining healthy attachment with their children and how a positive relationship between a child and their teacher can make a huge difference in a child's life. High quality relationship can heal trauma. Teachers will be presented with information on emotional safety and the importance of emotional co -regulation in supporting children’s healthy development. Teachers will also be encouraged to discuss ways that they can be self-aware, manage their own stress and support each other so that together they can meet the needs of the students in their care.Presentations, Parenting programs and Family Literacy programs:** Any of these programs could be offered for a group of Yazidi parents in partnership with Pembina Trails School Division. The presentations and the Positive Discipline in Everyday parenting program can be done 1-1 in the home in first language All our parenting offer onsite childcare and healthy snacks. Family literacy programs involve parents and children together Programs are planned with the school and community based on the needs and interests of the families and community*Presentations for parents: (approximately 2 hours can be done in groups or 1-1 in Home visits in English or first languageUnderstanding Parenting in Canada/Understanding Child and Family Services Safely in a new country inside and outside Sending your child to school in a new countryScreen time*Parenting programs: Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting (PDEP): (developed by Dr. Joan Durrant from U. of Mb and Save the Children Sweden)Positive Discipline” describes a non-violent approach to teaching our children, while being respectful of the child as a learner and individual human being. (A nine session program offered in communities.)This programs helps participants understand and validate the stress of parenting, supports parents in building skills in regulating themselves and co regulating their children, provides information on child development form birth to 18 and supports parents in problem solving with their long term goals in mindHelps parent understand that discipline means to teach not punish and that children do not need to be hurt in order to learnMosaic offers PDEP in group sessions in partnership with schools or other organization in a location close to where newcomers liveThe program is offered in English with language support or in first languageNobody’s Perfect Parenting Program for Newcomer parentsParents Sharing & Learning – Rhymes and songs in English and your language and a time to talk about being a parent in Canada ( 6-8 two hour sessions in communities)Focus on parents and children from 0-5 years, however can be adapted for parents with children of any ageHandle with Care: Helping parents and caregivers promote the mental health of young children from birth to 6 years (4-8 session program offered in communities4. Bounce Back and Thrive (BBT):A program for parents with children under the age of 8 years. BBT helps parents build skills that increase their capacity to role model resilience in their daily interactions with their children*Family Literacy Programs:1. Parent-Child Mother Goose:Rhymes, stories and games with your child in English and your first language (A drop in program for parents and children together offered in communities).Play to Learn/Learn to Play:Parents have the opportunity to enjoy learning and playing with their child while also learning the value of play and its impact on brain developmentBonding with Family Bookmaking:Family fun and games for the whole family and an opportunity to make a family bookWiggle, Giggle and Munch: Parents and young children spend time together singing, playing games & having fun – A physical activity & nutrition program for pre -school aged children and their parents. ................
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