Newcomer women across the Lower Mainland have participated in a Photovoice research project with researchers in the Adult Education and Social Work & Human Services departments over the past year. These women took photos that represent their experiences of “belonging” and “exclusion” as they settle in Canada. We are thrilled to showcase their photos and stories at the UFV Art Gallery this fall (September 13-October 7, 2022). This project has generously been funded by a SSHRC Explore Grant, a UFV Faculty/Student Research Grant, and the Provost’s Strategic Initiatives Fund. Our research is also happening in collaboration with a team at Queen’s University in Belfast, which is conducting a similar project with newcomers to Ireland.
The exhibit will be celebrated with community members, policymakers and various stakeholder groups on Friday, September 23 from 4–7 pm and we hope you can join us! This is a drop-in type of event, and we will be offering music, light snacks, and refreshments. There will be a short formal program starting at 5 pm and speakers include representatives from UFV, research participants, and a recorded greeting from our partners in Ireland.
Fri, Sept 23
4-7 pm
S’eliyemetaxwtexw Art Gallery
Abby B136
For more information, contact Brianna Strumm at brianna.strumm@ufv.ca
09/24/2022