Building Community Resilience | Making A Better World

With a shared commitment of empowering city-led action to tackle global to local challenges, Strong Cities Network and Foundation for a Path Forward have a strategic partnership that brings together Strong Cities’ global network and expertise in catalysing city-led action in addressing hate, extremism and polarisation, and Foundation for a Path Forward’s trailblazing public safety, online safety and community resilience initiatives.

British Columbia is facing rising online hate and cyber aggression, threatening social cohesion. The British Columbia Strategic Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting of Threats (BCSMART) initiative, led by the Foundation for a Path Forward (F4PF) in collaboration with the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) and Strong Cities Network (SCN), tackles these challenges. BCSMART focuses on countering hate, polarization, and extremism through data-driven insights, interfaith community engagement, and municipal empowerment.

Funding and support from The Province of British Columbia and BC Ministry of Attorney General.

The Canadian's CARE (Cultivating Active Resilient Engagements)  program was created to address the urgent need for improved relations among diverse communities in Canada, with a particular focus on lateral (minority to minority) communities. This need has been heightened by the far-reaching impacts of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, South Asia, and around the world. This global crisis has fueled a disturbing rise in South Asian Hate, Islamophobia and antisemitism within Canada, underscoring the critical importance of initiatives like CARE that foster understanding and actively combat discrimination through community engagement and education.

Funding and support from the Department of Canadian Heritage. 

RISE (Resilience, Integrity, Skills, and Empowerment) is a proactive, multi-layered curriculum designed to help cities address these issues through practical, evidence-based training. Tailored for city stakeholders like government leaders, educators, law enforcement, and community organizers, RISE combines anti-oppression foundations with specialized modules on various forms of hate, including Islamophobia, antisemitism, anti-immigrant bias, and senior discrimination. 

We bring law enforcement and communities together. Our programs focus on building trust, understanding, and cooperation. We believe in creating safe and peaceful neighborhoods through collaboration.

We provide training to help diverse communities understand and handle safety concerns. Our sessions cover best practices for ensuring a secure environment in places of worship and public spaces.

Funding and Support from the Province of British Columbia and the Community Gaming Grants

We organize shared meals to foster connection and understanding among diverse groups. These gatherings allow participants to break bread, share stories, and build lasting bonds.

Join our hands-on events where experts share insights and foster engaging discussions. Connect with like-minded individuals and expand your knowledge through dynamic interactions.

We work with communities across British Columbia to promote inclusivity and resilience. Our programs connect local groups to foster collaboration and shared solutions.

We bring together creative minds to solve community challenges. Participants collaborate, innovate, and develop practical solutions that address pressing social issues. Our hackathons empower individuals to make a real difference.

We bring people from diverse faith backgrounds together. Our workshops encourage understanding and respect. Participants learn to embrace different beliefs through open dialogue.

Working with community leaders represnting over 90% of Canadians. We model humanity, effective dialogue, and lived experiencees for students and educators. 

Our roadshow brings people together to discuss community issues. We travel to various locations, facilitating open dialogues and fostering connections over tea and coffee. Join us to share your stories and collaborate on solutions.

A scholarship program that encourages more diversity and representation in the world of tech.

A jam-packed bootcamp that dives into the programming world.

We offer AI training workshops to advance understanding and skills. Individuals learn about AI's real-world applications and ethical considerations.

Our Silver Surfers program helps seniors navigate the internet safely. We provide resources and training to protect their personal information and avoid online scams.

Explore the untold stories and lesser-known events in our Hidden History Series. Discover new perspectives on history through engaging, well-researched content that brings the past to life.

We believe that mental health support should be accessible, inclusive, and deeply rooted in the cultural context of each community. By empowering frontline leaders and community members with the tools they need, we ensure that help is culturally relevant, sustainable, and truly responsive to local needs—ultimately fostering resilience and well-being for all.
 
 

Enables rural BC officials to combat racism through education, fostering inclusive governance, and addressing structural and online harassment.

We offer programs that educate communities on environmental issues. Our initiatives empower individuals to make informed decisions and promote sustainable practices.