Take a Bold Step: Participate in a Poverty Simulation

 
Did you know that there are 120,000 people living in poverty in the Edmonton area, including 37,000 children?

How would you deal with a life in poverty? You are invited to participate in a community Poverty Simulation, which is coordinated by the United Way of the Alberta Capital Region. This is a powerful opportunity to experience what it may be like to live in poverty and the challenging decisions people are faced with every day. Considering so many of our Rotary Club projects and initiatives align with lifting people out of poverty, this is a great opportunity for us to get an idea of what it may be like to walk in their shoes.

 

Sessions are being coordinated throughout the coming months. It is 100% free of charge, with the goal being to spread awareness and evoke understanding with the community about the daily challenges those living in poverty face. Please help spread the word to anyone that might be interested in participating. Invite your family, friends, colleagues, and even fellow Rotarians you know to participate in this very successful community engagement initiative.

 I have registered for the September 3rd session (there are many other dates if that one does not work). I would welcome you to join me. The registration is completed through the United Way’s website: http://myunitedway.ca/poverty-simulation .

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks!   Nicolle