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EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
United Way is rooted in building strong and inclusive communities. We strive to create opportunities for everyone to reach their full potential. However, many of the issues United Way works to address have a disproportionate impact on black, Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQ2+, people with disabilities, and other marginalized communities. We acknowledge that, due to systemic factors, some members of our community experience barriers to accessing programs, services, and funding.
We are committed to providing opportunities and support for smaller, grassroot organizations and organizations led by marginalized communities to carry out the great work they provide to marginalized groups, while improving equity, diversity and inclusion across our community. Our impact is shaped by local partners and volunteers with lived experience.
TOTAL INVESTMENT: $205,000
300 Guelph residents attended cultural education workshops, building bridges between communities
133 newcomer women participated in an English Conversation program, enhancing their independence and confidence.
13,883 community members reported feeling an increased sense of belonging and connectedness to their community.
101 2SLGBTQ+ youth accessed peer-based social groups, improving their access to social support and reducing their feelings of isolation.
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"Without the EDI funding from United Way, we wouldn't be able to continue to host community programming and events. Building and maintaining community is important to the Guelph Black Heritage Society. Several of the seniors that attend our Phoenix Seniors Club, volunteer at other events and help with our youth camps. One of the young girls at the March Break Camp really bonded with one of our elders. The girl doesn't have extended family in Guelph, but the new friends she met during camp are like her family now - she said she now has a 'GHBS grandma.' United Way funding allows us to continue to do this work - creating a sense of belonging and community and place where all feel safe and comfortable."
