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Community Counselling

Free one-on-one counselling sessions with trained, culturally matched mental health workers.

Free one-on-one counselling sessions with trained, culturally matched mental health workers. Available in Yoruba, Twi, Amharic, Somali, French, Arabic, and English. In-person in Calgary, Alberta and virtual for Edmonton, rural Alberta, and international students.

Who It Is For

African diaspora community, newcomers, refugees, refugee claimants, international students, Black Canadians.

Topics Addressed

Immigration stressRacism and discriminationIdentity and belongingGrief and lossFamily conflictAnxiety and depressionTraumaIsolationCultural adjustment

Format

6 initial sessions — extended based on need. No cut-off for ongoing support.

Languages

Yoruba, Twi, Amharic, Somali, French, Arabic, English

Location

In-person (Calgary, Alberta) and virtual

How to Access

Call, WhatsApp, email, or walk in. No referral required. First session within 5 business days.