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Free counselling for Okanagan Sikh youth

91ƵFollowing the recent surge in assaults towards Sikh students, we recognize how important it is to improve access to mental health91Ƶ
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Patrons wait outside for the commencement of the Sikh Heritage celebration at the Gurdwara Vernon Sikh Temple (Bowen Assman/Morning Star)

Free counselling for Sikh youth around Vernon is being offered this winter.

This Space Belongs to you, a local counselling non-profit, will be providing the support at the Gurdwara Vernon Sikh Temple for Sikhs aged 12-24.

91ƵFollowing the recent surge in assaults towards Sikh students, we recognize how important it is to improve access to mental health support for Sikh youth in the Okanagan right now,91Ƶ said executive director Meaghan Duckett.

Sessions will take place on Sunday, Nov. 5 and 19, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. There are additional sessions on Sunday, Dec. 17 and Jan. 21 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.

91ƵBeing a Sikh myself I understand the significance and importance our gurdwaras have in the community,91Ƶ said practicum student Naaz Kaur Grewal-Greeno. 91ƵBy providing services at the gurdwara we are hoping to create a safe space where Sikh youth feel comfortable accessing services.91Ƶ

Date and times may change, email student@thisspacebelongstoyou.com.

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Bowen Assman

About the Author: Bowen Assman

I joined The Morning Star team in January 2023 as a reporter. Before that, I spent 10 months covering sports in Kelowna.
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