As the Executive Director of Action Dignity, Marichu Antonio came to Canada 23 years ago from the Philippines. Making Canada and Calgary her new home, she is passionate about building community.
Since its inception, Action Dignity (formerly the Ethno-Cultural Council of Calgary) has been in the forefront of many initiatives addressing issues of diversity, human rights, racial inequities, and public participation. It has built leadership and organizational capacity in Calgary’s ethno-cultural communities and enhanced the presence and participation of members of these communities in civic activities, public consultations, and elections.
Tune in to hear more about the role Action Dignity has in community building, how the arts play a part in creating a sense of belonging, and what’s next for the organization.
