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DIVERSITY: Over $725,000 in project grants to fight discrimination and racism
        (AlbertaIndex, September 29, Monday) --- Over $725,000 in grants from the Human Rights, Citizenship and Multiculturalism Education Fund will help 12 organizations promote human rights, remove barriers to participation and challenge racism in Alberta.
       The Human Rights, Citizenship and Multiculturalism Education Fund provides grants to help organizations make changes in their communities that will encourage equality, fairness, and the inclusion of all Albertans. The $2.4-million Education Fund receives an annual allotment from the Alberta Lottery Fund.

Grant applications are accepted until May 1 for projects that begin after August 1, 2008, and until October 1 for projects that begin after January 1, 2009.

Additional information about the Education Fund is available at www.culture.alberta.ca/educationfund or by contacting a grant consultant at 403-297-8407 (dial 310-0000 for toll-free access).

“It is important for the province to continue to build welcoming and inclusive communities,” said Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit. “These grants are increasing skills and knowledge that will help build vibrant and healthy communities where everyone feels like they belong.”

“Many of the projects that were approved have a direct impact on the children and youth of our province,” explained Thomas Lukaszuk, MLA Edmonton-Castle Downs and Chair of the Human Rights, Citizenship and Multiculturalism Education Fund. “Several projects provide opportunities for young people to develop their leadership skills and to become more active in their communities.”

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