African Caribbean Centre of Central Alberta
Cultural
Awareness
Forging Intercultural & Cross-Cultural Connections
Hosted by the African Caribbean Centre and partnered with Red Deer Polytechnic
March 26,2026. Cenovus Engery Learning Common. @Red Deer Polytechnic.
The March 26th conference is a rare chance to learn from leading experts, build meaningful connections, and gain practical tools for creating more inclusive, culturally responsive communities. It’s a full day of inspiration, skill‑building, and collaboration designed to strengthen your work, your relationships, and your impact.
Organizer for the conference
Zainab M
She is a longtime intercultural specialist and community leader who has spent over two decades advancing anti‑racism, immigrant inclusion, and multicultural engagement across Alberta through education, advocacy, and collaborative community-building.
Keynote Speaker
Karen Craggs‑Milne
She is a longtime intercultural specialist and community leader who has spent over two decades advancing anti‑racism, immigrant inclusion, and multicultural engagement across Alberta through education, advocacy, and collaborative community-building.
Facilitator
Maureen J
She is a longtime intercultural specialist and community leader who has spent over two decades advancing anti‑racism, immigrant inclusion, and multicultural engagement across Alberta through education, advocacy, and collaborative community-building.
Facilititor
Jan Underwood
She is a longtime intercultural specialist and community leader who has spent over two decades advancing anti‑racism, immigrant inclusion, and multicultural engagement across Alberta through education, advocacy, and collaborative community-building.
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Panelist
Angelah Kusero
She is the Director of Workforce Strategy & Inclusion at Manpower Alberta and an award‑winning leader in inclusive workforce development. She is recognized for advancing immigrant integration, equitable labour market strategies, and cross‑sector collaboration across Alberta.
Facilitator
Lisa Dublin
She is an international speaker and leadership communication specialist who equips senior leaders, educators, and institutions to navigate complexity and change through clear, credible, and culturally aware communication
Panelist
Mary Thomas
She is an author, speaker, and intercultural facilitator whose work explores migration, faith, and belonging, helping communities move from cultural awareness to meaningful, inclusive engagement.
Facilitator
Trina Kennedy
She is an award‑winning speaker, author, and social worker who brings more than 30 years of trauma‑informed, women‑centered leadership to her work supporting mental health, resilience, and meaningful community connection.
Panelist
Yasmin Soliman
She is Neurologist specialized in multiple sclerosis and behavioral neurology
completed her fellowship from Ontario, Western University and University of Toronto. She is interested about community work and education.
Panelist
Shital
She is a multi‑award‑winning speaker, facilitator, and mindset coach who empowers women to transform resilience into strategy, economic independence, and confident leadership
Facilititor
Tymmarah (Tymm) Mackie
She is an experienced EDI consultant, facilitator, and founder of Fostering Diverse Communities Canada, known for helping organizations build welcoming, inclusive, and culturally responsive environments.
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