ACHII organizes its first Harmonization Convention in Montreal
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It is a press release.
This is a press release.
L'Action Collective pour l'Harmonisation de l'Identité des Immigrants (ACHII) will hold its first Convention sur l'Harmonisation Identitaire des Immigrants on Saturday, November 7, 2026, under the theme "Diversity, belonging and interculturality: strengthening Quebec's living together." Objective: reconciling identity, heritage and belonging
This gathering aims to open a dialogue on the identity, integration and sense of belonging of immigrants and generations born of immigration. ACHII advocates an approach that allows individuals to combine cultural heritage, migratory experience and belonging to Quebec society, without having to give up their roots.
A day of exchange and reflection
The Convention will bring together immigrants, youth and families, as well as community workers, researchers, professionals and institutional representatives. The program includes panels, testimonials, thematic exchanges, cultural activities and networking. Discussions will focus notably on identity journeys, cultural transmission, the realities of youth from immigrant backgrounds, psychological well-being, civic participation and interculturalism.
Pathways to action for living together
Beyond dialogue, ACHII seeks to highlight the diversity of individual journeys, encourage collaboration between community, academic and institutional sectors, and bring forth concrete practices promoting harmonious integration, full participation in Quebec society and a lasting sense of belonging.
"Identity harmonization does not mean having to choose between one's roots and one's belonging to Quebec. It consists of bringing together the different dimensions of one's journey to build a coherent identity and participate fully in society," says Judith Alegna St Jean, Executive Director of ACHII.
Event details
Event: Convention sur l'Harmonisation Identitaire des Immigrants Theme: Diversity, belonging and interculturality: strengthening Quebec's living together Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Time: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location: Carlton Signature, 8860 boulevard Langelier, Saint-Léonard (Montréal)
About ACHII
L'Action Collective pour l'Harmonisation de l'Identité des Immigrants (ACHII) works in support of identity, integration, belonging and social participation in migratory contexts. Its initiatives aim to promote intercultural dialogue and a better understanding of identity journeys.