MANifest
A free program to prevent gender-based violence (GBV)
Through a series of interactive workshops, discussions, and activities, participants will delve into critical topics such as power dynamics, patriarchy, intersectionality, and their relationship to gender-based violence (GBV).
Our program is dedicated to preventing GBV, supporting survivors, facilitating healing, and seeking justice through collaborative solutions.
MANifest Change is a groundbreaking program designed to empower male-identifying youth, fostering the development of healthier and more positive identities.
Register for an upcoming session:
Manifest Program
January 13th - February 10th
5 sessions
All participants are rewarded with an honorarium and dinner.
What We Offer
Safe and Supportive Environment
MANifest Change provides a safe and supportive space for open dialogue and exploration of complex issues surrounding masculinity, power, and violence.
Empowerment and Accountability
We emphasize trust, accountability, and empowerment, fostering relationships among participants and between participants and facilitators.
Interactive Workshops
Our workshops utilize a strength-based, trauma-informed, and intersectional approach, encouraging participants to engage in meaningful discussions and activities.
Practical Tools and Strategies
Participants gain practical tools and strategies to challenge unhealthy ideals of masculinity, promote gender equality, and actively prevent GBV in their communities.
MANifest Change is a multi-session series project, consisting of five sessions per series. Each session spans two hours and involves discussion workshops facilitated by counselors, facilitators, and mentors.
Participants are encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and engage in the learning process.
Structure
Client opinion
– What was the most valuable idea you learned in this program?
“Uburyo wakwitwara mugihe mbonye braruhohoteronawgwa haruhoho terwa. Twizeko twa bikemura ubwacu og kubigezakubabishinzwe - Kinyarwanda language
Translation: How [one can] [act] when [they] see that [someone] [is] being abused. [I] hope [this] [can] be resolved by [us] and by those [that are] responsible.
If you have any questions about this program please contact
Yevgen Valeriyo Tolstoy - Manifest Program Coordinator
Phone: 604-700-5604
Email: ytolstoy@burnabyfamilylife.org
Note that this program requires participants to take part in all five sessions (two hours each session).