Building Inclusive Communities through Virtual Focus Groups

Open Opened on August 20, 2025
Main contact
Griottes Polyglottes Scty
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
She / Her
Founder and Owner
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Portals
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Project
60 hours per learner
Learner
Canada
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Community engagement Social justice Social work
Skills
social media content creation qualitative research social media marketing focus group program development
Details

Griottes Polyglottes Scty is looking to engage learners in a project aimed at fostering inclusive communities by addressing bullying and racism in schools and workplace inclusion challenges.


The project involves organizing and conducting virtual & in-person focus groups on two topics:

  • one targeting parents concerned about school bullying and racism,
  • the other focuses on HR professionals dealing with workplace inclusion.


The goal is to gather valuable insights that will inform the development of improv-based workshops designed to promote inclusivity.


Learners will design effective focus group sessions, facilitate meaningful discussions, and synthesize the gathered insights.


This project provides a practical opportunity for students to enhance their skills in qualitative research, group facilitation, and content creation for social media marketing.

Deliverables

Oveall project deliverables include help in the strategy to create, promote the events and gather results and insights after the focus groups happened.


Step 1: Create a comprehensive focus group plans detailing session objectives, discussion topics, and facilitation strategies.


Step 2 : Promote the focus groups on social media, and engag with enthusistic participants.


Step3 : If possible help in the facilitation of the focus groups (only for online ones)


Step 4: provide a synthesized report of the findings, highlighting key insights and recommendations for program development.


Additionally, they will create short video clips or quotes from the focus groups, suitable for use in promoting the inclusive improv-based workshops on social media platforms.


These deliverables will collectively support Griottes Polyglottes Scty's mission to build more inclusive communities.

Mentorship
Domain expertise and knowledge

Providing specialized knowledge in the project subject area, with industry context.

Skills, knowledge and expertise

Sharing knowledge in specific technical skills, techniques, methodologies required for the project.

Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes

The global challenges this project addresses, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Learn more about all 17 SDGs here.

Peace, justice and strong institutions

About the company

Company
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Business services, Education, Hospital, health, wellness & medical, Individual & family services, Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society
Representation
Community-Focused Immigrant-Owned Social Enterprise Women-Owned

Griottes Polyglottes Scty: Your voice is your power, we help immigrants build confidence through playful activities.

Immigrants and marginalized communities often face heavy challenges: language barriers, isolation, racism, cultural misunderstandings, lack of confidence, and pressure to β€œfit in” fast.
At Griottes Polyglottes Scty, we say: let’s flip the script, playfully!

We create safe, fun, and powerful learning spaces using Improv and Theatre of the Oppressed to inspire transformation from the inside out.

✨ Our workshops are joyful and bold β€” but they’re also deep.
They help participants:

πŸ—£οΈ Build confidence in French or English through real conversation games

πŸ’ͺ🏾 Speak up against racism, bullying, and discrimination

🎀 Prepare for public speaking and job interviews with courage

πŸ’› Boost emotional well-being through laughter, connection, and expression

We work with:
βœ… Schools
βœ… Community organizations
βœ… Nonprofits supporting newcomers and youth

Whether it's a circle of kids finding their voice through improv, or teens discovering their strength to speak up against injustice, every workshop plants seeds of empathy, confidence, and action. 🌱✨

Griottes Polyglottes Scty began in 2018 with a mission to make language learning and empowerment FUN and accessible β€” and today, it has grown into a vibrant nonprofit creating real ripple effects in our communities.

Because when people feel heard, included, and confident... anything becomes possible. πŸ’«

Visit us at: griottespolyglottes.com
Or reach out: contact@griottespolyglottes.com