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BCMW Workshop March 28, 2011 Pictures
London Chapter Annual Report - 2010 CANADAIAN COUNCIL OF MUSLIM WOMEN The Chapter currently has 12 paid members. In 2010 the Chapter was involved in the following activities:
Submitted by Zanifa Ali, Chair Muslim Marriage Kit 2nd Workshop London November 8, 2010
Muslim Marriage Kit 1st Workshop London October 24, 2010
London Chapter Annual Report – 2009
The London Chapter currently has 14 paid members. There are many women in the community who participate in and support our ongoing projects who are not a part of the membership. We have regular monthly meetings. Community Outreach: The chapter is represented on several local organizations including: Collaborative Programs: This year’s events: February 2008, CCMW participated in the Tecumseh Public School’s 1st Annual Multicultural Friendship Dinner by providing Middle Eastern Cuisine. This event was sponsored by the Community in South London. This event was so successful that CCMW was approached to participate in 2009. In May 2009, we participated in the Tecumseh Public School’s 2nd Annual Multicultural Friendship Dinner, by providing the West Indian/south Asian meal. The proceeds from this event benefited the school and CCMW. Ronald McDonald House By year’s end, the chapter will have provided 3 dinners to the local organization. This project is spearheaded by Fatima Darwish and a willing and committed group of community volunteers. The group provides a hot and nutritious home cooked dinners to the residents. The house is where families stay while their children are in the hospital. Museum London - Jamelie Hassan: At the Far Edge of the Words. Jamelie escorted chapter members on a one to one tour of the exhibit. It was a wonderful opportunity to spend personal time with the artist and her works. The exhibition included her works over the past 30 years. Jamelie’s Exhibit was recognized by The Ontario Association of Art Galleries who presented a prestigious award to Museum London for the show. Go to the website below to follow the the exhibit which will travel to the west ending in Vancouver. www.canadianart.ca/online/reviews/2009/05/.../jamelie-hassan In June, as part of the spring food drive, chapter members and their families volunteered at the London and Area Food Bank assembling parcels of food for individuals and families in need.India Fest – the chapter participated in the India-Fest at Covent Garden Market in July. We sold jewelry which made by women with disabilities in India. The proceeds were shared between our chapter and Disabilities Hub who have been very generous supporters of CCMW. Rahma Foundation presented a Fund Raising Dinner at Noor Cultural Centre. Our Chapter was represented. Iftar Dinner – Chapter members and their families gathered for an Iftar during Ramadan. Workshops: A yoga relaxation workshop presented by Maha Hammoud, RYT. The session was well attended and enjoyed by all. Workshop for Washing of the Deceased – One session was held in March and another is schedule for November. Approximately 25 people were in attendance at the first workshop. This workshop was open to the community and both men and women were invited to attend. It was held at the Islamic Centre of Southwest Ontario. Londoners for Afghanistan’s Women – made a presentation to the chapter about their work. We hope to work on joint projects in the future. Women’s Community House Dinner - Members will provide a dinner at the Wellington Street location of the women’s shelter in November. Donations:
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