The Women’s Committee is one of Bathurst Finch Network
most dynamic committees. Members are passionate and active individuals
who are determine to advance women’s issues. In 2009 a group of
residents and service providers in the area got together to form a
committee that was for women by women. The idea was to empower women by
creating monthly gatherings that would unite women in the neighbourhood
cross culturally. It would give women the opportunity to step out of
their roles as wives, mothers, and caregivers in a fun and positive
environment.
Once
a month a group of 30 women from diverse background come together to
share their experiences and learning from each other over dinner. The
women participate in fun activities and talk about what is important to
them including issues on health, safety, legal matters, recreation,
smart shopping, budgeting and any other topics that may come up. Guest
speakers are also invited to discuss some of these issues with the
group. Other activities the women have, and continue to participate in
are yoga, exercise, meditation, and skiing.
As
the Committee grows, it is evident that there is no shortage of great
ideas. The latest is to capture women’s voices and life stories and
publish it for others to benefit from. In addition to that, the women’s
committee will be launching a new weekly dance class next month.
Participants can look forward to great music and exercise through
different dance styles. As a committee, we encourage women to get
involved in these great activities. By becoming a member of committee
you can always expect a great time whether you are enjoying a meal, a
fun activity, dancing, or simply joining in on the laughter.
We
as women have to learn the golden rule, “Self protection and self
health is first”. We are givers and we have to learn to be responsible
for our own health and mind. As mothers, wives and caregivers our
mindset is to look after others first and ourselves last. These monthly
gatherings strive to highlight this point by creating a happy and
achievable balance.
NEWS
Introducing: The BFN report
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NEWS
Introducing: The BFN report
The Bathurst-Finch Network is a group of community workers and residents in the Bathurst-Finch area. Since 2009, we have been working to respond to the Bathurst-Finch neighbourhood. Our approach is organic. We stay flexible, curious and inspired. Our strength is our people. We are surrounded by brilliant, committed, festive, courageous and incredibly creative community members and workers who are determined to do what it takes to make a better world, starting in Bathurst-Finch.
In 2013, the Bathurst-Finch Network will celebrate our fourth anniversary. We decided this would be the perfect time to map out the work we've done to date, and start to plan for the future. In these pages, you'll find snapshots of what we've accomplished with your input, skills and imagination. Please read, enjoy, and share far and wide!
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| The Real BFN Report |
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On November 2012 a Survey was done at the monthly Women's Dinner. The BFN Women's Committee wants to thank Jeanny Gonzalez for her hard work on preparing it. Here you can find the results.
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