Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
I am honoured to be a part of Kulea Culture Society. Kulea Culture Society is the brainchild of Silvia Mangue Alene. Silvia is an inspired leader of the community in Victoria. As a Black woman, born in Africa and an immigrant to Canada, Silvia brings an amazing wealth of experience to our area.
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"Kulea" means to nurture and care in Swahili. This reflects Kulea Culture Society’s approach of nurturing people and cultures by welcoming them into our communities and creating a sense of belonging. The society's work is focused on developing better understanding and acceptance through training and events that celebrate the many diverse cultures that make up the Greater Victoria area, the province and the country.​
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Kulea Culture Society organizes great events. “Who is Your [S]Hero?” has been an annual event for International Women’s Day honouring active women in the community and having them present on a woman who has been a hero to them.
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"Colourful Business" is a free event showcasing and supporting various of the area’s exciting racialized, Indigenous and new immigrant businesses by putting the richness of diverse businesses in Victoria on view. Small and medium-sized businesses in the racialized, Indigenous and new immigrant communities represent a crucial route to social and economic incorporation. Colourful Business proves that business does not have to be boring by displaying the innovation and vitality of Victoria's most vibrant communities. Live entertainment from different cultures delights those attending the exhibition. Admission to both the exhibition and the entertainment is free. That's in keeping with the goal of Colourful Business, to tear down barriers between diverse businesses and the Victoria community.
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“Kitchen & Culture” is a fun series of cooking journeys where chefs from different culture teach the audience to prepare a signature dish from their heritage, country or region and also tell of their journey to Canada or experience as an Indigenous person in society.
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