Affinity Groups

What is an affinity group? We all have many aspects to our personal identities. Affinity groups should provide a safe space where people who share one of the same common identities can gather together. In this space they can talk, or listen, about their personal stories, experiences, and/or feelings that are linked to a shared identity. Affinity groups can help individuals feel seen, heard, welcomed, and grounded. Affinity groups also offer a space where the team can gather ideas and work toward building more awareness in the greater community, helping to build more equitable and inclusive environments for all. Each group requires at least one caregiver to volunteer as a facilitator. If you are interested in facilitating a group please see more details at the bottom of this page.

BIPOC Affinity Group

Jewish Affinity Group

Learning Differences Caregivers Affinity Support Group

Queer Families Affinity Group

Village Caregiving Affinity Group

White Allyship Affinity Group

CWC Affinity Groups are built for caregivers, and facilitated by volunteer caregivers, (all of whom identify with each group represented), to provide spaces where they can feel welcomed, heard, and respected. They also serve as a link between Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB) LA and CWC East Valley's caregiver community. Any caregivers who are interested in joining an already established affinity group may reach out to the facilitator contacts listed in the group's page above. If caregivers are interested in being trained to be an affinity group facilitator, or starting a new affinity group, please reach out to Christina Cancelli with Engaged Spaces.

*Training Provided

*No volunteer clearance needed

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