Heads Up for Inclusion

Record #: PET0605

Last Modified: 27 Nov 2023

Last Full Update: 03 May 2022

Description

Description (Service)

Promotes connections in the community and the development of relationships for young people living with disabilities.

Promotes the inclusion and participation of all youth within their schools and communities, with a particular focus on youth living with disabilities
Shares information with community agencies, organizations, individuals and other interested parties to promote inclusion
Maintains information about resources relating to inclusion
Provides training and educational opportunities for youth and people associated with youth to enable them to create more inclusive environments in their schools and communities and participate in peer education
Offers inclusion workshops and advocacy

Amigos Program is an in-school inclusion program targeting youth who experience significant barriers to inclusion, with special priority given to students who are living with a disability. Provides peer support and mentorship by matching students who face barriers to inclusion together with students who are well-connected and supportive of others

Amigos in the Community Program is a peer mentoring program for young adults. Matches volunteer connectors with leadership skills and people who have barriers to inclusion, with or without disabilities. Holds bi-monthly group events to provide opportunities for inclusive socializing

Abiliities and Inclusion Network is an initiative that brings together local organizations and service providers, to build a more inclusive and collaborative community, that serves persons with barriers in a more meaningful way.

Service Details

Hours	Mon-Thu 9 am-4:30 pm, Fri 9 am-11 am
Areas Served	Durham Region ; Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility	Amigos: high school and elementary school students. Amigos in the Community: ages 19 and older 6 year(s) and older
Application	Self-referrals and referral through schools or other agencies Email or call for information on current volunteer opportunities and for application form
Languages	English
Fees	None

Address and Location

Located In Community	Peterborough
Address & Map	Promenade Building, Garden Court, 270 George St N Box 1 Peterborough, ON Canada K9J 3H1
Intersection	George St and Sherbrooke St
Physical Access	Fully Accessible - ground floor

Contact Information

Office Phone	705-876-0383
E-Mail	info@headsupforinclusion.ca
Website	www.headsupforinclusion.ca
Social Media	Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/headsupforinclusion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headsupforinclusion/?hl=en X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/HeadsUpAmigos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJt2z0ltRw0mXm8-gBFmgNg
Primary Contact	Tiffany Christie, Executive Director; Email: tiffany_christie@headsupforinclusion.ca
Mailing Address	Promenade Building, Garden Court, 270 George St N Box 1 Peterborough, ON Canada K9J 3H1