Reflection
Find the June 2026 Reflection attached below!
Self-Advocate Partnerships
Victoria Gravesande, Content Writer & Storytelling Coordinator
Last month at Karis Connected Conference in Toronto, Dzidra Halar, a founder of Our Voices Matter, sat in front of one of the breakout rooms. Next to Dzidra was Brianne Taggart, who is supported by Community Living Essex and president of New Day, a group of self-advocates in the Essex, Ontario area.
Together, Dzidra and Brianne led an interactive session on accessible and inclusive meetings, explaining how leaders can reach their audience by being clear and engaging.
“It’s important because we need to find ways to communicate and share,” said Brianne, “So everybody is included and no one is left out.”
Dzidra and Brianne both serve on the Community Living Ontario (CLO) Council. This council is made up of self-advocates from across the province. As elected members of this council, Dzidra and Brianne combine their shared knowledge to educate others and influence change in their communities and in Ontario.
Prayer Guide
Thank you for joining us in prayer this month! This guide, filled with themes of gratitude, peace, and community support, provides weekly prayer points to enrich your spiritual journey. As we move into a new month, we’re grateful for the shared prayers supporting our collective work in Canada and globally.