On January 31st, 2010
Alexandra Neighbourghood House celebrated the success of their Finding Home Newcomer Dialogues that brought newcomer Korean and Chinese immigrants together along with long time South Surrey residents to explore the meaning, making and sustaining of home. Following the Newcomer dialogue called “Why Home Matters,” the group worked on a beautiful poster that synthesized all their ideas about “home.”
Now, 70 people gathered to celebrate their work and launch the posters. What made this event so successful was how much the residents and dialogue participants themselves contributed to the day. For example, a youth group showed up in the early morning to set up the room for the event and took charge of the registration table and welcoming people to the celebration as they arrived.
Newcomer seniors, youth and parents all spoke at the event. Youth translators ensured every word was interpreted into Korean, Mandarin and English. Everyone shared their talents including a skit entitled “Eva Comes to Canada,” a solo singing performance and Yichen playing the Guzheng.
Yichen Plays the Guzheng at Celebrating Success Event
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