Connect, relax, and recharge in a welcoming space for newcomers.
Join us for a warm, friendly gathering where you can meet others, share experiences, and support your wellbeing, no pressure, just community.
What to expect
• Friendly conversations in a relaxed setting
• Connection with other newcomers
• Light wellness and reflection activities
• Coffee and tea provided
Free to attend | Limited spots | Registration required
Facilitator: FATIMA MANSARAY (she/her)
Facilitated by an experienced community wellness professional.
With over 20 years of experience in healthcare and community advocacy, our facilitator brings a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A clinical psychologist with extensive frontline experience in emergency care and case management, she understands the complex realities individuals and families face.
Originally from London, England, she spent 12 years in West Africa and has called Newfoundland and Labrador home for over 26 years. As a biracial professional, she brings a rich cross-cultural perspective to her work.
She is the Founder and President of People of Hope NL, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting newcomers as they navigate and integrate into the community.
Her graduate specialization in counselling clinical psychology focuses on anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is also an active educator and speaker, delivering webinars and presentations to organizations on inclusive practices and equity-focused approaches.
Bloom – A Free Wellness and Community Integration Initative for Newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador
Bloom supports your well-being, connection, and meaningful integration at any stage of your journey as you build your new life here.
Brought to you by Amal Unite & Empower, with generous support from IRCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Job, Immigration & Growth)
🔔 Important: One-Time Participant Form (Required)
To help us continue offering free wellness activities to the community, we ask all participants to complete a short one-time information form.
This is a requirement from our funders and helps us keep Bloom running at no cost to you. The information is confidential and used only for reporting and planning.
👉 Please fill out the form before attending an activity:https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZg
If the form isn’t completed in advance, you may not be able to participate—so thank you for taking a moment to support this important step.
📸 Photography & Video Notice:
Photos or videos may be taken during Bloom events to help promote our programming. By attending, you consent to this use. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.
Feel free to reach out to us at bloom@amalnl.ca for more information or any inquiries you may have.
Connect, relax, and recharge in a welcoming space for newcomers.
Join us for a warm, friendly gathering where you can meet others, share experiences, and support your wellbeing, no pressure, just community.
What to expect
• Friendly conversations in a relaxed setting
• Connection with other newcomers
• Light wellness and reflection activities
• Coffee and tea provided
Free to attend | Limited spots | Registration required
Facilitator: FATIMA MANSARAY (she/her)
Facilitated by an experienced community wellness professional.
With over 20 years of experience in healthcare and community advocacy, our facilitator brings a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A clinical psychologist with extensive frontline experience in emergency care and case management, she understands the complex realities individuals and families face.
Originally from London, England, she spent 12 years in West Africa and has called Newfoundland and Labrador home for over 26 years. As a biracial professional, she brings a rich cross-cultural perspective to her work.
She is the Founder and President of People of Hope NL, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting newcomers as they navigate and integrate into the community.
Her graduate specialization in counselling clinical psychology focuses on anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is also an active educator and speaker, delivering webinars and presentations to organizations on inclusive practices and equity-focused approaches.
Bloom – A Free Wellness and Community Integration Initative for Newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador
Bloom supports your well-being, connection, and meaningful integration at any stage of your journey as you build your new life here.
Brought to you by Amal Unite & Empower, with generous support from IRCC, the North Pine Foundation, and JIG (Department of Job, Immigration & Growth)
🔔 Important: One-Time Participant Form (Required)
To help us continue offering free wellness activities to the community, we ask all participants to complete a short one-time information form.
This is a requirement from our funders and helps us keep Bloom running at no cost to you. The information is confidential and used only for reporting and planning.
👉 Please fill out the form before attending an activity:https://qx0bg.share.hsforms.com/2QkdtyUk1Rnq6VA5_MEBIZg
If the form isn’t completed in advance, you may not be able to participate—so thank you for taking a moment to support this important step.
📸 Photography & Video Notice:
Photos or videos may be taken during Bloom events to help promote our programming. By attending, you consent to this use. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.
Feel free to reach out to us at bloom@amalnl.ca for more information or any inquiries you may have.
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- In person
Location
7 Ricketts Rd
7 Ricketts Road
St. John's, NL A1C 6G8
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