African Community Services of Peel
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: PEL0531 | Last Full Update: 05 Jan 2018 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-460-9514 |
| Fax | 905-460-9769 |
| info@africancommunityservices.com | |
| Website | www.africancommunityservices.com |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
| Established | 1993 |
| Primary Executive | Ms Wambui Karanja, Executive Director |
| Funding | United Way - Peel |
| Elections | Annually |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Provides settlement, integration, education and social services to newcomers
Violence and Abuse Prevention Programs Culturally sensitive and language specific services for women within the African Canadian community * services also for children and for men who are victims or perpetrators of abuse * violence prevention and public education * supportive group and individual counselling, referrals and peer support services * referral to appropriate community resources such as Legal Aid, Clinical counselling, affordable housing or shelters * accompaniment to appointments Newcomer Settlement Program Needs assessment * orientation and workshops on topics such as housing, employment, accessing government services * information and referral * interpretation and translation * assistance filling government forms * supportive counselling and escort to appointments Employment Support Workshops, group sessions, coaching, employment supportive counselling * career planning * assistance with resume and cover letter preparation, interview preparation, mock interviews and cold calling, networking opportunities * job search workshops * fax, internet access, photocopying, email Youth Development For visible minority youth ages 13 to 24 years * Young African Achievers Club * Youth Arts and Heritage Program * One on One Youth Mentoring Program * Youth Personal Safety and Crime Prevention Program * Youth Leadership Development Program * Refugee Youth Project * summer employment opportunities Seniors' Program Drop-in for seniors from the African Canadian community, services are provided in a culturally and language appropriate manner * information sessions, recreation, intergenerational programs, cook-outs, supportive counselling with referrals, socializing, assistance filling government forms, accompaniment and friendly visiting Women and Families Informal group, individual and family counselling * group sessions on parenting issues, workshops on women's health, information and referrals, field trips, referrals and accompaniment to community services Health and Wellness Workshops and group sessions on healthy eating and physical activity Mental Health and Wellness For members of the African/Black community who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing mental health challenges * mental health awareness through public education, supportive counselling, referrals, practical support and advocacy Volunteer opportunities and community engagement activities |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Etobicoke Central ; Etobicoke North ; Etobicoke South ; Halton Region ; Peel Region ; Vaughan |
| Boundaries | Peel Region and area |
| Eligibility | Open to all newcomers, immigrants and their families |
| Application | Call for information |
| Languages | English ; French ; Arabic ; Fanti ; Ga ; Somali ; Swahili ; Twi ; Lingala, Yoruba, Edo, Ibo as well as other African languages and dialects |
| Fees | None ; Membership available |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Brampton |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Nelson St W / George St N |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Arts / Culture ; Child / Family Services ; Employment / Training ; Newcomers ; Sports / Recreation ; Youth |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Festivals & Special Events ; Newcomer Employment Programs ; Newcomer Employment Resources ; Newcomer Settlement Services ; Recreation for Children / Families ; Recreation for Youth ; Refugees ; Special Events |
| Service Categories | Citizenship Test Preparation ~ African Community ; Immigrant Mutual Assistance Associations ~ African Community ; Immigrant/Refugee Employment Programs ~ African Community ; Newcomer Settlement Services ~ African Community ; Special Events ~ Immigrants/Refugees ~ African Community ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ African Community ~ Immigration Issues ; Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention ~ Immigrants/Refugees ~ African Community ; Volunteer Opportunities ; Wellness Programs ~ Immigrants/Refugees ~ African Community ; Youth Enrichment Programs ~ Immigrants/Refugees ~ African Community |
