In this picture, Glori Meldrum, Founder and Chair and Janelle Watson, Operations Manager)
Inspirational News
It’s exciting to announce that Little Warriors Founder and Chair, Glori Meldrum was the proud winner in the Social Entrepreneur category at this year’s Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. Not only is Glori the first recipient awarded in this new and prestigious category, she was also the only winner from Edmonton, Alberta.
A big hug and congratulations to Glori for all of her hard work and dedication to Little Warriors, plus her strong determination to help those affected by child sexual abuse. An extended thank you to the Little Warriors volunteers, board members, staff and supporters. Without your help, this honor wouldn’t be possible.
Founder and Chair, Glori recently went to Ottawa, Ontario to participate in a Standing Committee Against the Commercial Exploitation of Children and Youth in the pursuit of building safer communities across Canada. The purpose of this trip was to educate members of Parliament about child sexual abuse and to bring awareness to the vision, mission and mandate of Little Warriors.
In addition to presenting a Be Brave Doll to Senator Romeo Dallaire, Glori also met with the following parliamentarian members:
- Alberta caucus including Senator Claudette Tardif, Senator Grant Mitchell, Senator Joyce Fairbairn and Senator Tommy Banks.
- Canada's Attorney General, and Justice Minister The Honourable Rob Nicholson.
- Marion Laurence (executive assistant to Romeo Dallaire).
- MP's Joy Smith, Mike Lake, Ed Fast, and Laurie Hawn.
- Senator Yonah Martin.
- Senator Tardif made a three-minute address to her fellow Senators regarding Little Warriors. You can read the statement by visiting the Little Warriors News and Events page.
Recently, The Minerva Foundation held their Annual Gala Dinner. Honoring their event theme of "giving back", The Minerva Foundation proudly announced their $150,000 partnership with Little Warriors over the next 18 months.
Little Warriors was honored at a private Little Warriors function, helping to raise over $87,000. A genuine thank you is extended to Marshall and Lisa Sadd, whose contributions surpassed all expectations.
Keeping the generosity going, Marshall Sadd and Lloyd Sadd Insurance donated another $45,000 US through their winnings at a golf tournament in the United States. Way to go guys!
Recently, Pure Elements Spa in Sherwood Park, Alberta hosted a special gala in support of Little Warriors. Warm thanks to Chad Stewart and the countless incredible volunteers and sponsors for making this event a great success.
Other recent contributions to Little Warriors:
The Kinette Club of Edmonton donated over $28,000!
The Edmonton Snowmobile Club donated over $21,000!
Thank you to these two wonderful Club’s for helping to stand up for our kids.
Upcoming Events
Gift of Hope - The new Be Brave Boy doll, named Jesse, is now available Donations exceeding $120 after May 1st, 2009 are eligible to collect the ‘Gift of Hope’, which includes the Jesse doll, and The Little Warriors Jesse Song.
December 2009 - Little Warriors Annual Help Kids Be Brave Doll Delivery Little Warriors would like to personally extend out to you an opportunity to participate in an inspirational day. Be Brave Dolls will be delivered to selected healing and support service agencies. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Monday, December 7th, 2009.
Regions available for delivery:
Edmonton, Alberta based deliveries: admin@littlewarriors.ca
Winnipeg, Manitoba based deliveries: jennifer@littlewarriors.ca
Calgary, Alberta based deliveries: jane@littlewarriors.ca
December 4 & 5 (6PM to 9PM) First Choice Tree Nursery & Garden Centre is hosting "A Very Cherdarchuk Christmas" (Home & Yard Tour in Morniville, Alberta) Please come out to support Little Warriors at this event through the purchase of a Snowflake of Strength ornament. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to Little Warriors. Additional donations will be accepted.
Recent Poll
Little Warriors recently posted two important questions on the Little Warriors Causes Facebook page.
Question One: What are your thoughts on available resources for survivors of child sexual abuse? Are there enough resources for survivors? Any suggestions to what resources are required?
Feedback:
"There is so little support for mental conditions caused by childhood trauma like this, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (in my case). They do little to help offset the months and months of work I have missed do to extreme social anxiety." Anonymous Canadian Citizen
Question Two: What do you think is wrong with the justice system when it comes to child sexual abuse?
Feedback:
"I definitely feel that a sex offender should be regarded as a dangerous offender! When abusing a child, they are affecting that child's outlook at a very influential time of their life. If that child grows up without the proper support and therapy, that child could then become an offender himself or herself. That would continue the awful cycle of abuse and lead to even more children suffering. I also agree that the sentencing for sex offenders needs to be extended dramatically. A child who has been sexually abused goes through their whole life with the effects, living everyday with the hurt unfairly put on them. They have to suffer through so much in healing, and spend most of their life doing so. An offender should be dealt no less than what the survivor has to live with. 2-3 years is NOT enough time to have any real affect on an offenders life, not when survivors have to live with it for far longer." Anonymous Canadian Citizen
Testimonials
Landing Trail Elementary School, Edmonton, Alberta
The professional staff participated in the Stewards of Children Prevention Program. Not only were they impressed with the program, but the school has now made a goal to teach the remaining staff members the valuable information learned. "We came away feeling much more informed about the prevalence of sexual abuse. We also feel empowered with the knowledge of how to act appropriately in cases of suspected sexual abuse. There was good discussion around the ways we can ensure our children at school are never put in vulnerable situations." Anonymous Representative, Landing Trail Elementary School
"Wonderful training - would be nice if all schools, daycares, group homes - any place that has children present - the staff/volunteers "must" have this training. Thank you" Anonymous Participant from Yorkton, Saskatchewan
"It taught me alot of things I was unaware of or just hadn't wanted to think possible." Anonymous Participant from Prince Rupert, British Columbia
"Thanks for giving me the tools needed to recognize the signs of sexual abuse. I now have the tools I need to help educate my children and keep them safe; thus protecting other children as well. Together, as educated childcare providers and parents we can stop this cycle. Thank you. Together, we can make a difference." Anonymous Participant from Prince Rupert, British Columbia
Our Supporters
A big thank you to our valuable supporters for helping in child sexual abuse prevention efforts.
"Know that you are helping to make a difference and helping to shape a child's future"
Anonymous Quote
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