Welcome
to the Advantage Diversity site, an initiative of AMSSA—the
Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies
of BC . These webpages are intended as an organizing tool for
agencies and individuals working on anti-racism activities throughout
the province. They provide resources, ideas and communications
tools in support of anti-racism activities throughout the year,
and in particular, in support of the International Day for the
Elimination of Racism, March 21.
March
21st is significant to many, however numerous others are unaware
of its importance. This site and the resources on it were developed
with the idea that if we speak with common messages and languages,
they will be heard.
We
are also committed to the idea that activities and messages
that promote the values of diversity and anti-racism leading
up to and following the event and not simply on March 21, are
vital in ensuring community involvement and support over the
long-term.
You
can participate in a number of ways. For example, use our organizer’s
kit to get ideas for events and case studies that have been
successful in communities around the province. Use the media
guide to source for media materials and fact sheets you can
tailor and use for outreach to your local media. Download a
photo from our image library or a copy of the postcard. Add
a banner to your website or send a public service announcement
to your local radio station. Or simply send us your best practices
and case studies and we’ll post them on the site.
Our
goal: to encourage agencies working to address racism in BC
and mark March 21st to speak with one loud voice. We welcome
feedback and participation by all!
