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Record #: PET0623 Last Modified: 10 Nov 2021 Last Full Update: 02 Dec 2020
Description
Description (Service) KWIC connects people to global issues and local initiatives through opportunities that can change how peolpe understand the world and to create equitable and sustainable communities.
  • Global Education and Resource Centre provides learning and working space including a free lending library.
 
 
As a grassroots, charitable organization, change happens through 3 key program areas:
  • Community Education: Connects community to global issues through education events, workshops, film, panel and artist presentations 
  • Youth & In-School Programs: Supports youth through education, leadership training, employment/mentorship, internships and valuable volunteer opportunities. Organize events and workshops for schools and groups on a variety of issues ranging from the Sustainable Development Goals to Food Waste with a focus on building inclusive, welcoming youth spaces. * Global Youth - one day conference for local youth for a day of networking, workshops, speakers and inspiration.  
  • KWIC Umbrella: Currently support TRACKS Youth Program, Youth Leadership in Sustainability (YLS), Trent Oxfam and Sustainable Trent.
Service Details
Hours COVID19 Office and Centre closed to the public. 
 
Office: Mon-Thu 9:30 am-4 pm Call ahead to ensure someone can meet with you. Summer hours may vary. 
Global Education and Resource Centre: Mon-Fri 7 am-7 pm
Areas Served Peterborough ; Peterborough (County of)
Eligibility Program eligibility varies. Contact for details.
Application Call for information.
Languages English ; French - workshops may be possible
Fees None - Educational events and programs are typically free or pay what you can. Visit website for details ; Cost is not to be a barrier to participation in KWIC activities.
Address and Location
Site Location Room B101 - Environmental Sciences Centre, ground floor, take Hall B under stairs, first door on right. Downtown office is located 3rd floor of Sadleir House at 751 Water St
Located In Community Peterborough
Address & Map
Trent University
1600 West Bank Dr, Environmental Sciences Centre, Room B101, East Bank
Peterborough, ON K9J 7B8
 
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Intersection Nassau Mills Rd and East Bank Dr
Physical Access Fully Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; The Resource Centre can be EMF-reduced (there is no active wifi router in the room).
Contact Information
Office Phone 705-748-1680
E-Mail info@kwic.info
Website www.kwic.info
Social Media Facebook Facebook: www.facebook.com/KWICPeterborough
Instagram Instagram: www.instagram.com/kawarthaworldissues
Twitter Twitter: twitter.com/KWICnews
Primary Contact Julie Cosgrove, Executive Director; Phone: 705-304-1314; Email: julie@kwic.info
Primary Executive Hermione Rivison, Chair, KWIC Board of Directors
Mailing Address PO Box 895 
Peterborough, ON K9J 7A2

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