Mobilizing all Hamiltonians to create an inclusive and welcoming city
Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion is a charitable organization driven by a mission to mobilize all Hamiltonians to create an inclusive and welcoming city. Founded in 2006, HCCI has undertaken an extensive number of initiatives that have made a measurable impact of the vision of building a united community that respects diversity, practices equity, and speaks out against discrimination. To achieve this, the organization engages with partners and supporters and works hard to be both proactive and responsive as society evolves and new challenges emerge.
PROGRAMS
Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion achieves its mandate through a variety of programs and initiatives which actively engage individuals and organizations in our community. In a diversity of ways, these programs inspire and motivate, promote the achievement of inclusive and equitable outcomes, provide support and guidance, and help participants to develop their capacity, tools, and skill sets.
Current Programs
Hamilton Civic Leadership Program
Black Youth Mentorship Program
Anti-Oppression Training
Anti-Racism Conference
Our partners
The Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion is grateful for the support, engagement, and collaboration of our partners as we work to achieve our vision of a united community that respects diversity, practices equity and speaks out against discrimination.
Latest news
HCCI responses to People’s Party of Canada rally
Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre and Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion issue joint statement in response to scheduled People’s Party of Canada rally in Hamilton
Responding To Hate In Hamilton
Early on this year, HCCI partnered with McMaster University's Office of Community Engagement to...
Hamilton Police Use of Force Data & Report is unreliable
On June 24th, 2021 the Hamilton Police Service released its report on the use of force. The report...
HCCI responses to People’s Party of Canada rally
Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre and Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion issue joint statement in response to scheduled People’s Party of Canada rally in Hamilton
Responding To Hate In Hamilton
Early on this year, HCCI partnered with McMaster University's Office of Community Engagement to undertake a research project to understand the needs of community members impacted by hate in Hamilton. HCCI is happy to share the results from the focus group and give the...
Hamilton Police Use of Force Data & Report is unreliable
On June 24th, 2021 the Hamilton Police Service released its report on the use of force. The report highlighted the different ways Police officers use force on residents during interactions. Such use of force techniques include Firearm DischargedFirearm PointedHandgun...
Creating Capacity for organizations
One of the ways Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion is creating capacity for positive change is by facilitating the launch and development of aligned organizations under its charitable umbrella. HCCI is proud to have acted as an organizational mentor to the Disability Justice Network of Ontario, Rafiki, Never Gonna Stop, and 7 Strong. We also provide informal help to other community groups, such as ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Hamilton.
Creating Capacity for organizations
One of the ways Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion is creating capacity for positive change is by facilitating the launch and development of aligned organizations under its charitable umbrella. HCCI is proud to have acted as an organizational mentor to the Disability Justice Network of Ontario, Rafiki, Never Gonna Stop, and 7 Strong. We also provide informal help to other community groups, such as ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Hamilton.
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Hamilton Center for Civic Inclusion
423 King Street East
Hamilton ON, L8N 1C5
(905) 297 4694