Settlement Worker in Schools (SWIS) - Professional Development Day

This will be an in-person event for all SWIS Programs in Manitoba, taking place in Portage la Prairie.

Location:

Morning: 275 Duke Avenue, Portage la Prairie, MB   R1N 0S5 

Afternoon: Island Park, Portage la Pairie. Please click here for the exact meeting location inside the park.

SWIS (Settlement Workers In Schools) workers will be gathering in Portage la Prairie to learn together, grow their networks and gather resources. This event promises to be a transformative learning opportunity, enabling participants to challenge and reshape the pervasive anti-immigration discourse in Canada. You will gain powerful anti-racism tools and resources to effect change. A highlight of the day will be an enlightening panel discussion on SWIS programming, featuring expert voices from each participating organization. Join us for a day filled with connection, learning, and wellness activities—designed to provide lasting skills and resources. 

Lunch will be served by Over the Coals (a local Portage la Prarie restaurant). 

Water refill stations will be available, please bring reusable water bottles!   

Registration: Please register by May 17th to join us in this event, and please clearly indicate your answers to the following questions when purchasing your ticket:

1. Do you have any specific dietary restrictions?
2. Do you give permission for your photo to be taken?