Braves Spaces Speaker Series
Kwikwetlem First Nation
Wednesday, October 16
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Branch - City Centre
City Centre Combined 136 & 137Join the Coquitlam Public Library in this three-part speaker series with people from diverse backgrounds sharing their stories.
This series brings awareness of people who are from diverse groups and how everyone's story is different.
This session includes a speaker who is a member of the Kwikwetlem First Nation, Kristina Joe. Kristina is an artist and drummer, she will be sharing some of her life experiences.
A brave space:
- is a supportive place where participants feel comfortable learning, sharing honestly and equally, and growing individually and together.
- is inclusive of all races, sexes, genders, abilities, immigration statuses, languages, and lived experiences.
- can help encourage dialogue, especially about challenging topics like anti-racism.
There will be time for questions from the audience.
Registration is recommended for each session, but drop-ins are welcome.
Light refreshments will be served.
Other events in this speaker series include:
- October 30 - Anti-Racism in Canada
- November 13 - Political Activist
If you have any questions, please contact Ann at ajohannes@coqlibrary.ca or Aman at asaroya@coqlibrary.ca
Branch - City Centre
The City Centre branch offers:
- Free wi-fi access, no password required
- Meeting and study rooms
- Public computer stations
- Printing, faxing, scanning, and photocopying
- Silent study room
- A Discovery Lab showcasing eResources and lendable technology