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COVID-19 - The Spectrum programs are still available online. Contact Julie Claeys to join - julie@reboundonline.com
An inclusive drop-in space open to all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirited and Questioning (LGBTQ2+) youth. Provide one-on-one support, guest speakers and social and recreational opportunities.
An inclusive drop-in space open to all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Spirited and Questioning (LGBTQ2+) youth. Provide one-on-one support, guest speakers and social and recreational opportunities.
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A non-profit organization that brings together members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Two Spirited and Queer (LGBTTQ) community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of our community by producing quality, inclusive and safe events and initiatives to celebrate.
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A youth-facilitated program for 2SLGBTQIA+ young adults
- a chance to meet other 2SLGBTQIA+ young adults, hang out, and enjoy an activity
- events will rotate weekly with Games Night, Movie Night, Craft Night, Coffee House, and Open Mic Night
- complimentary light snacks and refreshments
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Provides a spiritual home for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities and for all who choose to join and practice of the gospel of Jesus Christ in worship, prayer, social action, education, fellowship
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Transitional Housing and Life Skills for Self Identifying males who are Homeless or at risk of Homelessness
Office: 226-221-8464Visit Website
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A 12 bed, safe, supervised transitional housing residence and also offers a recreation room, computer room, classroom, counselling rooms, full-time supervision with meals and basic needs provided.
Donations Accepted:
- Residents will learn basic life skills, be referred to other agencies to meet individual needs, and will be encouraged to return to family, if possible.
- Target group is male youth, who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless and are in school or desire to return to school to complete their education, actively seeking employment or under employed.
Donations Accepted:
- Great need of underwear, pyjama bottoms, flip flops, non-skid slippers , and bus tickets
- Will also accept donations of canned goods, fresh fruit, vegetables, bread and dairy
- Monetary Donations appreciated
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Individual Supports
Document Assistance
- Peer Mentorship- provided on an individual basis at the client's request
- Parent Peer Mentoring- parent peer mentors have lived experience raising a trans individual
- Counselling- supports can be provided on an individual basis at the request of the client
Document Assistance
- Assistance with filling out forms such as name change and gender marker change
- Assistance with filing Human Rights Applications
- Gender Blenders- Space for those underneath the trans umbrella - transfeminine, transmasculine, genderqueer, nonbinary, agender, bigender, two-spirit, gender fluid, gender flux, gender questioning
- Youth Drop-in for ages 12+
- Let Me Be Perfectly Queer- Space for those underneath the trans umbrella - transfeminine, transmasculine, genderqueer, nonbinary, agender, bigender, two-spirit, gender fluid, gender flux, gender questioning
- Affirm! Supportive Parents & Family (virtual)- social drop-in space for parents and families to connect, to learn from each other and provide support within group setting
- Clothing Cupboard
- Information sessions for client and the community
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Support program for survivors of gender-based violence (including emotional and psychological violence, financial abuse, and other forms of violence) or sexual assault, providing:
- legal and social work services
- safety planning work
- social work assessment
- referral to other agencies
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Qualified counsellors provide:
- Meet privately to talk about issues
- Help decide what issues to work on together
- Discuss challenges and opportunities
- Help decide on action steps to move forward in life
- Connect with other community agencies, as needed
- Support throughout first steps
- Help deal with any new issues that may arise
- Connect with other community agencies if needed
- Help cope with changes in life
- A safe space for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to meet their mental health needs, with gender-neutral washrooms
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Charitable organization aiming to create a culture of belonging for Windsor-Essex's 2SLGBTQIA people and their families, allies, employers and educators through education, empowerment and support programs and services.
- corporate training
- curates events
- workshops
- produces research
- hosts community and social and peer support groups
- shares information to - and makes referrals for - clients and service providers
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A community-based recovery program for those with a substance use issue who are ready to begin steps towards moderation or abstaining from use. The Windsor Team Care Centre, in collaboration with Windsor Pride Community, offers a specially tailored OTR program for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. This program has been designed through an affirmative care lens using a trauma informed approach and aims to provide a safe space for the 2SLGBTQ+ community to participate in and received dedicated outpatient care for substance use.
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Nonprofit organization responsible for planning annual public events celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in London and area * annual Pride parade (along Queens Ave) and outdoor festival held in Victoria Park
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Weekly drop-in social support group for 2SLGBTQIA+ (2-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans, Queer, Intersex, Asexual +) youth between the ages of 14 and 18
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Telephone support and information to anyone with questions or concerns about sexual orientation and/or gender identity/gender expression issues * gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans-identified, parents, youth, teachers, friends, employers and health care workers
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Sexual Assault Counselling
519-642-30001-800-265-1576
Administration: 519-642-3003 ext 5555
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Support services to survivors who have experienced sexual violence as adults or as children * works to change harmful attitudes that allow sexual violence to exist * includes counselling, workshops and training opportunities for LGBT2Q+ individuals
Accompaniment of victim to court, hospital or police station * supportive peer counselling one-to-one or in groups * information and referrals * sexual violence education and training for professionals and the public
Accompaniment of victim to court, hospital or police station * supportive peer counselling one-to-one or in groups * information and referrals * sexual violence education and training for professionals and the public
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Newcomer settlement agency and intercultural education resource centre * promotes intercultural awareness and understanding * advocacy and assistance in accessing local medical, education, and social services
LGBTQ Settlement Services - Support for LGBTQ immigrants settling in Canada * information and orientation, problem solving, and assistance with immigration and Canadian documentation
LGBTQ Social/Support Group for Newcomers - Warm, safe, and welcoming environment for LGBTQ newcomers * meet other newcomers in the LGBTQ community for coffee, conversation, education, social activities, peer support, friendship, and fun * to join or support the group, call for information
Community Connections - Provide newcomers with a safe space to integrate while helping feel engaged, welcomed, and independent.
Joseph's House - Provides temporary accommodation for newly arrived refugee claimants * residents usually stay an average of one and a half months
Language Assessment and Referral Services (LARS) - Provides immigrants with English or French langauge assessments for government funded programs * services are offered at no cost to eligible clients.
Settlement Services - Orientation services provide information to newcomers (Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees) on government programs and services, community and social services, education, immigration, housing, employment, and community connections. Our services include:
Services and Programs:
- client support services
- intercultural competencies (cultural diversity) training
- employment counselling
- orientation services for newcomers
- settlement counselling
- settlement workers in schools
- volunteer opportunities
LGBTQ Settlement Services - Support for LGBTQ immigrants settling in Canada * information and orientation, problem solving, and assistance with immigration and Canadian documentation
LGBTQ Social/Support Group for Newcomers - Warm, safe, and welcoming environment for LGBTQ newcomers * meet other newcomers in the LGBTQ community for coffee, conversation, education, social activities, peer support, friendship, and fun * to join or support the group, call for information
Community Connections - Provide newcomers with a safe space to integrate while helping feel engaged, welcomed, and independent.
Joseph's House - Provides temporary accommodation for newly arrived refugee claimants * residents usually stay an average of one and a half months
Language Assessment and Referral Services (LARS) - Provides immigrants with English or French langauge assessments for government funded programs * services are offered at no cost to eligible clients.
Settlement Services - Orientation services provide information to newcomers (Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees) on government programs and services, community and social services, education, immigration, housing, employment, and community connections. Our services include:
- Needs Assessments
- Personalized, self-directed assessments are conducted to assist newcomers and identify their needs, barriers, and strengths
- Settlement Plans & Goals - based on a newcomer's initial needs assessment, personalized settlement plans are created with short-term and long-term goals
- One-on-one supports are available to all newcomers through Newcomer Settlement Advisors who help guide, inform, and equip individuals and families with the information, assistance, and resources they need to settle into life in Canada.
- Overview of Canada
- Sources of Information
- Rights and Freedoms
- Canadian Law & Justice
- Important Documents
- Improving English or French
- Employment & Income
- Education
- Housing
- Health
- Money & Finance
- Transportation
- Community and Media
- Community Connections
- Becoming a Canadian Citizen
Services and Programs:
- Job Search Workshop for Newcomers
- Translation and Interpretation Services
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Counselling services to help people increase understanding of their situation, provide a safe place to express and examine feelings, develop and expand coping strategies, enhance self-esteem and strengthen supportive relationships
Coming Out Over Coffee - Drop-in discussion and support group for people over 19 years of age who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, two-spirit, queer, or who are questioning * every second and fourth Tue of the month
Communication Skills Groups for Couples - 8 week program for couples who would like to improve their communication and relationship skills
Managing Anxiety and DepressionFor Women- 10 week program for women suffering from anxiety and depressive symptoms, and who can benefit from support and symptom management
Men Managing Emotions - 6 week program for men who want to learn strategies for identifying and coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression and other emotions
Men Moving Towards Healing - Healing the Impact of Abuse - 12 week program for adult male survivors of child sexual abuse with focus on processing the impact of abuse, the survivor's sense of self, and connecting with others
Men Moving Towards Healing - Coping and Support - 8 week program for adult male survivors of child sexual abuse with focus on understanding the impact of sexual abuse and developing coping strategies and stability in daily life
Mindfulness - 6 week program for adults over 18 years of age who are interested in bringing more awareness and intention to their everyday lives * discusses stress, self-care, mindfulness exercises, and weekly themed activities
Rebuilding after Separation and Divorce - 10 week program for men and women to work through the impact of separation on their lives * 8 week program also available
Women and Anger - 8 week program for women who would like to better understand their anger, learn conflict resolution skills and assertiveness skills
Coming Out Over Coffee - Drop-in discussion and support group for people over 19 years of age who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, two-spirit, queer, or who are questioning * every second and fourth Tue of the month
Communication Skills Groups for Couples - 8 week program for couples who would like to improve their communication and relationship skills
Managing Anxiety and DepressionFor Women- 10 week program for women suffering from anxiety and depressive symptoms, and who can benefit from support and symptom management
Men Managing Emotions - 6 week program for men who want to learn strategies for identifying and coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression and other emotions
Men Moving Towards Healing - Healing the Impact of Abuse - 12 week program for adult male survivors of child sexual abuse with focus on processing the impact of abuse, the survivor's sense of self, and connecting with others
Men Moving Towards Healing - Coping and Support - 8 week program for adult male survivors of child sexual abuse with focus on understanding the impact of sexual abuse and developing coping strategies and stability in daily life
Mindfulness - 6 week program for adults over 18 years of age who are interested in bringing more awareness and intention to their everyday lives * discusses stress, self-care, mindfulness exercises, and weekly themed activities
Rebuilding after Separation and Divorce - 10 week program for men and women to work through the impact of separation on their lives * 8 week program also available
Women and Anger - 8 week program for women who would like to better understand their anger, learn conflict resolution skills and assertiveness skills
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Peer facilitated program offers a positive space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and marginalized youth and their allies and fosters a supportive community through unique discussions and creative activities, to help develop relationships and resilience
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PFLAG Canada - Stratford ON Chapter
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PFLAG Canada supports, educates and provides resources to all individuals with questions or concerns regarding issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
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Provides LGBTQ2S+ programming to make Perth County more welcoming, accepting and inclusive for gender and sexually diverse individuals. Works with community partners to advance LGBTQ2S+ inclusiveness.
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Covid-19 Important Information:
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.
In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.
Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.
PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.
GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.
GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities
SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.
In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.
Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.
PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.
GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.
GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities
SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.
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The Oxford County Pride Committee is comprised of 2SLGBTQIA community members and allies. The objective of our committee is to develop an artistic and cultural Pride celebration. We recognize diversity of gender throughout Oxford County. In doing so, the Pride Committee highlights organizations, business', services and opportunities that support and promote positive outcomes for the 2SLGBTQIA community and Allies
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Covid-19 Important Information:
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.
In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.
Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.
PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.
GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.
GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities
SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.
In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.
Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.
PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.
GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.
GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities
SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.
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Covid-19 Important Information:
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.
In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.
Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.
PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.
GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.
GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities
SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.
Our offices are closed to the public - the staff, however, are working in the offices. We continue to accept applications for service (Family and Volunteers) and are able to meet with individuals in the office on an appointment basis. It's best right now to email us or leave a voicemail for one of the staff and we'll get back as soon as possible
Big Brothers & Big Sisters Mentoring
Matches bigs and littles in the community.
In-School Mentoring
Program provides youth with a role model and a friend to talk to * mentors will spend one hour a week with the child at school * program is coordinated in partnership with local school boards.
Literacy Mentoring
Provides children and youth in grades 2-8 with a mentor to assist students with their academic skills and self-esteem. * meet during the school year at their local library branch.
PRISM (Pride • Respect • Identify • Safety • Mentoring) Program
Connects LGBTQ2IA+ children and youth with LGBTQ2IA+ adults.
GO GIRLS! HEALTHY BODIES, HEALTHY MINDS!
Group mentoring program for girls 11-14 that focuses on physical activity, balanced eating and self-esteem. * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities.
GAME ON! EAT SMART, PLAY SMART!
Group mentoring program for boys 11 year(s)-14 year(s) that provides information and support to make informed choices about health lifestyle practices * held over a 7-10 week period, within school facilities
SOAR (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES ACTIVITIES RELATIONSHIPS)
8-12 week group program for children who are waiting for their Bigs * volunteers get matched with 2-3 children and take them to pre-planned activities * specific groups for 12 and under and 13 and older.
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Oxford County's Rainbow Coalition is a group of expert community members as well as people from mental health, public health, health and social service sectors working together to address issues of homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism in our community.
Our work includes:
* challenging homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism
* providing education in order to create safer spaces for LGBTQ+ people
* increasing resources and services available for people who are LGBTQ+. We continue to invite new members who have a passion for human rights and equality to join our coalition.
Our work includes:
* challenging homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism
* providing education in order to create safer spaces for LGBTQ+ people
* increasing resources and services available for people who are LGBTQ+. We continue to invite new members who have a passion for human rights and equality to join our coalition.
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Annual Pride Parade and LGBTQ+ Celebration on the 4th Saturday in June, as well as occasional social events throughout the year. Volunteers and Sponsors welcome! Contact: kincardinepride@gmail.com.
Fourth Annual Pride Parade - Jun 25, 2022, 11 am. All welcome. Details and map will be provided on social media when available. More information can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c2fTH3oIakz15AFOvl9qykyalApx0r3d/view
Fourth Annual Pride Parade - Jun 25, 2022, 11 am. All welcome. Details and map will be provided on social media when available. More information can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c2fTH3oIakz15AFOvl9qykyalApx0r3d/view
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