PRESS RELEASE: SNIWWOC Partners With CIS To Bring Annual Truth and Reconciliation Community Gathering To Duncan,BC
MEDIA CONTACT
Liberty Jensen
The Support Network for Indigenous Women and Women of Color
204-990 Hillside Ave
Victoria BC V8T 2A1
liberty@sniwwoc.ca
250-277-2545
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Support Network For Indigenous Women and Women of Colour (SNIWWOC) Partners With Cowichan Intercultural Society (CIS) To Bring Annual Truth and Reconciliation Community Gathering To Duncan, BC on October 1st, 2025
September 2nd 2025 (Duncan, BC): SNIWWOC is partnering with CIS to bring their annual gathering to Duncan, BC for the first time. This event is meant for reflection, learning, and a space for the community to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Event Attendees will have the honour of hearing from a community Elder who will share their story, teach cultural protocol, and most importantly, will be offering wisdom and guidance.
Irma Peter: Community Elder
Imra Peter is a respected Elder in the community, known for sharing her wisdom and guidance. She actively takes part in gatherings, events, and ceremonies, offering cultural teachings and fostering connection among community members.
All allies are welcomed and encouraged to attend SNIWWOC’s event to be a support system for the Indigenous community in Duncan, BC. A delicious meal will be served for everyone to enjoy in a space for reflection, meaningful conversation, and connection.
Important Event Information
Date: October 1st, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM PDT
Location: Cowichan Intercultural Society | 321 St Julien Street, Duncan, BC
Tickets Can Be Reserved & Purchased Here.
You Can Learn More About SNIWWOC’s Work and Resources On Our Website.
SNIWWOC's mission is to support Black, Indigenous women, women of colour, youth and children to take greater control of their lives, providing culturally appropriate services in different languages. All of the programming is developed and delivered by BIPOC women. SNIWWOC offers: One-on-one free therapy, career planning, virtual workshops, wellness classes, peer support, free dental hygiene and much more.