Mixed Y.w.c.a. Events (Press, 9 July 1982)
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Summary: Mixed Y.w.c.a. Events (Press, 9 July 1982)
The Y.W.C.A. has announced a winter holiday programme scheduled for September 6 to 10, 1982, that aims to explore alternative lifestyles through a variety of activities and discussions. Notable locations included in the programme are the Hare Krishna Temple, Burnham Military Camp, Sunnyside Hospital, and a local Synagogue. Participants will also visit the Camp David Christian Community, a police station watchhouse, and Quail Island. The initiative will feature films and discussions led by a clinical psychologist in collaboration with members of the city’s homosexual community, alongside talks with representatives from the Health Alternative for Women support groups. While the programme has received considerable interest, reactions have varied. David Buck, the organiser, noted a positive response and that all approached organisations agreed to participate. However, some criticism has been directed at the programme's content. Neville Rush from the Integrity Centre expressed concerns that the programme focuses on "the questionable aspects" of society rather than highlighting positive aspects or "Christian virtues." Similarly, Mrs J. Nihoniho, representing the Working Women's Council Inc., labelled the programme "unbalanced" due to its inclusion of T.H.A.W., which she described as pro-abortion, the homosexual community, and the Hare Krishna cult. She expressed surprise that the Y.W.C.A. would engage with these groups, arguing that presenting only one side of each issue promotes the ideas represented by these organisations. In response to the criticism, Buck defended the programme's intention, asserting that its goal is to foster tolerance and understanding among participants. The programme is aimed at high school pupils and will charge a fee of $30 to cover transportation costs, with an enrolment limit of 50 participants.
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