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URL:https://askuskelowna.ca/events/the-power-of-allyship/
SUMMARY:The Power of Allyship
DESCRIPTION:Wilber Turner will be speaking on the power of allyship.\n\nThe
  Power of Allyship:\n- understanding intersectionality in bullying and tar
 geted harassment\n- why marginalized groups like 2SLGBTQIA+ are often mor
 e impacted by bullying\n- education as a tool for change\n- cyberbullying
  and steps to counter it\n- a call to action\n\nAllyship definition: The
  quality or practice of helping or supporting other people who are part of
  a group that is treated badly or unfairly\, although you are not yourself
  a member of this group:\n\n 	One of the most important ways to practice a
 llyship is to listen.\n 	Allyship means using your power\, position\, or p
 rivilege to uplift others.\n\n\n\nOur presenter\, Wilber Turner\, the visi
 onary founder and President of Advocacy Canada\, brings a lifetime of dedi
 cation and passion to the fight for 2SLGBTQIA+ equality.\n\nWilbur’s lea
 dership extends throughout the community. He serves as the 2SLGBTQIA+ sect
 or representative on Kelowna’s Community Advisory Board on Homelessness\
 , demonstrating his dedication to local advocacy efforts. He previously se
 rved as president of the Kelowna Pride\, Fierté Canada Pride\, and Living
  Positive Resource Centre boards\, and played a pivotal role in establishi
 ng Kelowna’s Etcetera 2SLGBTQ youth group. His diverse background encomp
 asses leadership roles in various organizations\, from large corporations 
 to community-driven initiatives.\n\nCombining his extensive experience and
  unwavering advocacy\, Wilbur is a critical force for good within Advocacy
  Canada. He guides the organization in fostering unity\, amplifying voices
 \, and driving transformative change for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.\n\n&nbs
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