# Event Details - **Event Name**: Light The Page for Anti‑Racism: A Story‑to‑Comic Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Join us in person to turn powerful anti-racism stories into vibrant comics and make a real impact!About this EventLight The Page for Anti‑RacismJoin us in person for a super fun and creative Story-to-Comic Workshop all about standing up against racism! Whether you're a comic newbie or a seasoned doodler, come share your stories and turn them into powerful comics. It's a chance to light up the page with your voice and creativity. Don't miss out on this inspiring and hands-on event—let's make art that matters together!Event OverviewLight The Page for Anti‑Racism is a youth-centered creative workshop designed to empower Black girls ages 12–17 to share their lived experiences through storytelling and comic art.In a supportive and affirming environment, participants will explore identity, voice, and resilience while learning how to transform personal stories into powerful visual narratives. Through guided activities led by experienced facilitators and an illustrator, attendees will create their own short comics that reflect their experiences and perspectives.This workshop encourages creativity, confidence, and community — while equipping youth with tools to speak out against racism through art.🎨 What Participants Will Do💬 Tell Your Story – Reflect on personal experiences in a guided storytelling session✏🏾 Create a Comic – Learn basic comic design, character creation, and visual storytelling✊🏾 Fight Racism Through Art – Transform lived experiences into empowering visual narratives🤝 Connect with Peers – Build community in a safe, affirming spaceNo prior drawing or writing experience is required. All artistic levels are welcome!📍 LocationCalgary African Community CollectiveHeritage Meeting Room3944 29 Street NECalgary, AB T1Y 7L7📅 Date & TimeSaturday, May 2, 202610:00 AM – 2:00 PMPlease arrive 30 minutes early for check-in.👩🏾‍🎨 Facilitators & PartnersPresented by Ladies in the Family Foundation (LIFF)In collaboration with:Campfire Kinship (Storytelling & Mentorship)Mariella Villalobos, IllustratorCity of CalgaryGovernment of Alberta🎟 Registration InformationRegistration required via EventbriteLimited spots available to ensure an intimate and supportive experienceOpen to Black girls ages 12–17Parent/guardian consent required for participants under 18Early registration is strongly encouraged.🖍 What’s IncludedAll art supplies and materialsGuided storytelling and comic instructionLight refreshmentsA safe and welcoming creative spaceParticipants take home their completed comicOur CommitmentThis workshop centers the voices of Black girls and women, and creates space for expression, empowerment, and healing through art. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in respect, inclusion, and affirmation. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/calgary/light-the-page-for-anti‑racism-a-story‑to‑comic-workshop/100001985847623700 - **Event Categories**: Art, Workshops, Meetups, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Flight-the-page-for-antiracism-a-storytocomic-workshop-tickets-1985847623700 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Calgary - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Calgary African Community Collective - **lat**: 51.08824689999999 - **long**: -113.9909656 - **full address**: Calgary African Community Collective, 3944 29 Street Northeast, Calgary, Canada ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: Ladies in the Family Foundation (LIFF) (https://allevents.in/org/ladies-in-the-family-foundation-liff/22488107) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/30fa23b6605b745ee7f045d6b8d1615267a6fadc5a87dd2a1e7c0f83955e1166-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf5eff5-gmir.jpg?v=1774524675 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1a6acab5087976cd2dca404ba7760803bfd9129847cd4b007c7c84808b1ae574-rimg-w400-h400-dcf5eef5-gmir.jpg?v=1774524675 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 10:00 am (-06:00) - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Calgary African Community Collective, 3944 29 Street Northeast, Calgary, Canada - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 CAD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Ladies in the Family Foundation (LIFF) - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** Art, Workshops, Meetups, fine-arts - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Light The Page for Anti‑Racism: A Story‑to‑Comic Workshop ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Light The Page for Anti‑Racism: A Story‑to‑Comic Workshop", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/30fa23b6605b745ee7f045d6b8d1615267a6fadc5a87dd2a1e7c0f83955e1166-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf5eff5-gmir.jpg?v=1774524675", "startDate": "2026-05-02T10:00:00-06:00", "endDate": "2026-05-02T14:00:00-06:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/calgary/light-the-page-for-anti‑racism-a-story‑to‑comic-workshop/100001985847623700", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Calgary African Community Collective", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3944 29 Street Northeast", "postalCode": "T1Y 7L7", "addressLocality": "Calgary", "addressRegion": "AB", "addressCountry": "CA" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "51.08824689999999", "longitude": "-113.9909656" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Join us in person to turn powerful anti-racism stories into vibrant comics and make a real impact!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "CAD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-26", "availabilityEnds": "2026-05-02T14:00:00-06:00", "validFrom": "2026-03-26", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/calgary/light-the-page-for-anti‑racism-a-story‑to‑comic-workshop/100001985847623700" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "CAD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-26", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-03-26", "url": "https://allevents.in/calgary/light-the-page-for-anti‑racism-a-story‑to‑comic-workshop/100001985847623700", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Ladies in the Family Foundation (LIFF)", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/ladies-in-the-family-foundation-liff/22488107", "description": "Ladies in the Family Foundation (LIFF) is a non-profit organization focused on building relationships among immigrant women with a focus on black women and girls, on increasing their economic, social and emotional wellness as they navigate building new homes, businesses, and work lifestyles in Canada. 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