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Keeping it Human Victoria

Victoria Event Centre

1415 Broad St, Victoria, BC V8W 2B2, Canada British Columbia

48.4277627 -123.3656836

Description

Keeping it Human Victoria Wednesday, November 29th Doors: 6:30 PM | Show: 7 PM Tickets are Pay What You Can All Ages Join us for an Evening of Human Connection! Have you ever wondered what it's like to walk in the shoes of someone who has experienced homelessness? Join us at the Victoria Event Centre on November 29th as we invite a remarkable storyteller to share their powerful lived experience with homelessness.This evening will offer valuable insights, shining a light on mis-understood or often overlooked aspects of homelessness while also providing a fresh perspective on a topic that affects us all. We will also feature a curated collection of art pieces and photography that explore themes of homelessness from past and present participants. Add your voice to the gallery while nibbling on light food and refreshments that will be provided.Your attendance supports local initiatives dedicated to shifting the narrative around homelessness and advocating for lasting change. Join us at the Victoria Event Centre on November 29th, 2023, for Keeping it Human Victoria.Together, we can rewrite the narrative and create a world where everyone has a place to call home. Please note that this is a dry event, and will feature some exciting mocktails and other non-alcoholic beverages. Masks are optional and will be provided onsite for anyone's comfort.There will also be trauma informed safe-persons support onsite. For questions on refunds, accessibility and more please visit our FAQ page: https://victoriaeventcentre.ca/about/faq/ ≫ Land Acknowledgement ≪We would like to respectfully acknowledge that the territory on which this event takes place is on the traditional, stolen, unceded land of the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge the rich cultural history of the many peoples and rituals that have been affected by the ongoing process of dispossession and colonialism. We hold this understanding in our interactions and engagements with this land and its people. ≫ Code of Conduct ≪At the VEC there is zero tolerance for any type of racist, sexist, ableist, fatphobic, transphobic or homophobic behaviour. By purchasing a ticket and attending an event, you agree to conduct yourself with the utmost respect for everyone at the venue. In the event that you do not, you may be asked to leave without a refund. Respect, as well as, consent are of utmost importance. Those who touch or photograph anyone without their permission will be removed and may be banned from future events at our venue. For more information contact safety@victoriaeventcentre.ca ≫ Refunds ≪We do not offer refunds on tickets. If you need to sell your tickets, the best way is to reach out to your social circles or post in the Facebook event discussion. If you would like to transfer the ownership of your ticket to another person, you can do so from your Universe account. See more on how to do this here. ≫ Accessibility ≪The VEC’s full accessibility report and elevator instructions can be viewed here: https://victoriaeventcentre.ca/attendees/accessibility/ Accessibility at the VEC is an ongoing project, and we continue to work to make the space more accessible to all kinds of folks. There are also a lot of different barriers to accessibility that have been identified, that we continue to work on. As part of this process, we ask guests: If you are able to do so, use the Broad Street stair entrance and multi-user washroom. There is only one accessible entrance and washroom, help make sure those who need it can use it. Do not move tables or chairs without venue permission. Keep aisles clear at all times and please return your glassware to the bar. ≫ Substance Use Policy ≪As per our liquor license we have a zero tolerance policy for outside alcohol in our venue. Bag checks can be performed by security and outside alcohol will be confiscated. There is no smoking or vaping allowed inside the venue. We may refuse liquor service at any time, but commit to practices that are non-judgemental of intoxication, regardless of its form, cause, or base substance and we will treat everyone with dignity and respect. We may, in some situations, have to ask intoxicated people to leave our venue due to circumstances that put the safety of others at risk. We will not do this lightly, or without significant reason. If you require assistance at anytime please come to a staff member for support. See our full policy here: https://victoriaeventcentre.ca/about/transparency/

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Start: 2023-11-29T18:30:00-08:00

End: 2023-11-29T21:30:00-08:00

Tickets

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