What Does It Mean to Have an Inclusive Environment?
— Karen A. Kichline, Author and DEI Consultant Meet Our Staff
"Inclusiveness is not about fitting people into existing structures; it's about transforming those structures to fit the people."
An inclusive environment is one where all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances, feel respected, valued, and supported. It is shown by actively welcoming diversity and ensuring equitable opportunities and treatment for everyone. Inclusion involves not only the absence of discrimination but also proactive measures to accommodate and embrace differences. In such environments, everyone has the opportunity to contribute, and their unique perspectives are recognized as valuable.
Key Aspects of an Inclusive
Environment:
Respect for Diversity: Recognizing and valuing the differences among people, including race, gender, age, sexual orientation, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, and more.
Equity: Providing fair treatment, access, and opportunities by addressing systemic barriers and individual needs.
Belonging: Ensuring everyone feels accepted and integral to the group or community. Accessibility: Making physical and digital spaces usable for everyone, including those with disabilities.
meet the Kalyna frn staff
Yuliia
Hub Facilitator
Kalyna FRN
Role:
Connect families with five caring Spokes within the Network
Provide information about programs, supports, services and resources. Supports child development ASQ ts.
kailyn
Vegreville Spokes Programmer
Kalyna FRN
Role: Creating and delivering enhancing programs for children 0-18 ages and caregivers. Navigate parents around programs.
Did you know ?
Kalyna Family Resource Network is a team of five caring Spokes in the different areas. All programs are available to all families no matter where the program is taking place! So be sure to check out all of Kalyna Family Resource Network programming
vegreville Kalyna FRN
program Descriptions
Nature Sprouts need registration
Offsite location
For ages 2-6
Program intended for children and their caregivers to explore all nature offers throughout all seasons. Partnered with Vegreville Centennial Library.
Join us for fun messy-themed crafts. messy art need registration
For ages 7-12
Park Hops Drop In
For all Families Fun at parks and different activities.
Ice cream Party Drop In
For all Famillies
Join us to celebrate the end of summer with some sweet ice cream.
vegreville Kalyna FRN program Descriptions
Mini Camp Out Drop In
For all Families
Join us to enjoy some smores, a scavenger hunt and craft.
Movie Day Drop In
For all Families Join us for a Family Movie Day, where you can meet new people and spend time with your friends and family.
Mini Drive movie Drop In
For all Families
Create your very own Vehicle to enjoy the movie in.
Junior Leaders Registration
For ages 13-15
Meet new friends, build leadership skills, and participate in activities.
Sizzlin’ Summer registration
For ages 6-12
Fun day camp filled with all different types of activities and crafts.
JULY 2024
Park Hop
Betty McPherson Park Nearby 5241 43 St 10:00-11:30AM
Mini camp out 5:30-7:00pm
Elks/Kinsmen Park 4500 Pysanka Ave
Stay and Play 10:30- Noon
After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM
Nature Sprouts
10:30-Noon
Kinette Playground (Fish Park) 4522 57A Ave
Nature Sprouts
10:30-Noon
Kinette Playground (Fish Park) 4522 57A Ave
Nature Sprouts 10:30-Noon
Nature Sprouts 10:30-Noon
(Science Themed)
After Hours 3:15-5:00 PM
Nature Sprouts
10:30-Noon
Kinette Playground (Fish Park ) 4522 57A Ave
Kinette Playground (Fish Park ) 4522 57A Ave
Kinette Playground (Fish Park) 4522 57A Ave
Park Hop, 300-4:30PM
Cul-de-sac at the South end of 49th Street 49 St & 42 Ave
AUGUST 2024
(Fish
Pysanka Ave 5:30-7:00PM
Sizzlin' Summer, Messy Art, Ice Cream Party - in the centre, Park Hops, Nature Sprouts, Mini Drive In- offsite location,
