Mentors of Change Program Talking Circle will take place on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. 

Location: New Directions Supported Independent Living — Boardroom, 720 Broadway, Winnipeg, Manitoba Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Format: In-person only — Zoom will no longer be available.

Important Update:  Talking Circles will now be in person only and will no longer be available through Zoom. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Topic: The Challenges We Face Every Day.

Sharing Our Lived Experiences, Barriers, and Solutions

“Join us for an open and respectful conversation where people with disabilities can share their lived experiences, including the everyday challenges and barriers they may face, the supports that make a difference, and the ways they navigate and overcome those challenges.”

We would love to hear about your experiences navigating different parts of everyday life. This might include navigating systems and disability services such as CLDS, PASS, accessing healthcare or going to hospitals, finding reliable and accessible transportation, communicating your needs, or dealing with other barriers that can make everyday life more challenging.

We also want to hear about what works for you. How have you overcome or worked around some of these barriers? What strategies have you learned? What supports have made a difference? And what changes would make things easier for you and others?

Whether you want to share your experiences, offer ideas and solutions, or simply listen to others, Your voice matters, your experiences matter, and your perspective is an important part of the conversation.

RSVP by Friday, August 21, 2026

If you plan to attend, please register by Friday, August 21, 2026. Registering ahead of time helps us make sure we have enough food, snacks, and refreshments for everyone attending.

You can RSVP by:

1. Replying directly to this email, or
2. Completing the registration form on our website: https://weareyou.ca/register-talking-circle/