We invite you to join us as we welcome Executive Director, Anne Spilker and Past President, Joy Hunter as they share their stories and exemplify the Society’s motto of Vision, Courage and Leadership.
Haven Society provides services to women, children, youth and families who have experienced violence. Every year
over 2,500 women and children in the mid Vancouver Island area seek support to deal with issues of physical and
sexual abuse and violence.
Since 1978 the Society’s mission has been to promote the integrity and safety of women, children and
families. They achieve this mission by providing a range of services, public education and advocacy
which support the development of a respectful and healthy community. As a leading anti-violence
organization operating from feminist principles, the Haven Society and its outreach services have
benefited our community in countless ways.
Anne Spilker, MSW, RSW is the Executive Director of Haven Society and has 15+ years of experience
in the anti-violence field, having worked both front-line and in administration. Anne has also taught
social work classes with a particular focus on anti-oppressive practices at both Vancouver Island
University and the University of Victoria School of Social Work. She has lived and worked in Nanaimo
since 1980, and has been actively involved in the community for many years.
When: Monday August 23rd
Where: Nanaimo Golf Course, 2800 Highland Blvd, Nanaimo
Time: Networking starts at 5:30pm – Dinner @ 6:15pm
Cost: Members: $35 Guests: $40
Registration Deadline is Friday August 20th @ 4pm
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Olive Oil Tasting hosted bySandy McLean of McLean’s Specialty Foods
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McLean’s Specialty Foods
Voted Vancouver Island’s premier CHEESE SHOP & SPECIALTY FOODS store.
Foods from around the world – UK, Italy, Spain, Morocco, South Africa, Denmark.
A food lover’s paradise!
Open daily. In Nanaimo’s historic Old City Quarter!
427 Fitzwilliam Street
250-754-0100
