The Helmut Braun memorial fund was established in 2001 by CCBR and
Waterloo Regional Self Help in memory of Helmut Braun, a local social
activist, community researcher and an advocate for the rights of people
with mental health and other life struggles. The fund contributes to
the cost of post-secondary education for a student pursuing studies in
areas of social justice, peace and conflict resolution, community
development, cross-cultural issues, and community research and social
change.
We have received many excellent
applications this year and we are happy to announce this year's winner,
Gabriel Rodriguez. Gabriel is beginning his Master's in Public Health
at the University of Waterloo. He is interested in the ways in which
political, economic and societal factors impact a range of public
health issues, such HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases.
The award ceremony took place at CCBR on October 17th at noon. A wonderful celebration was held, and it was another opportunity for our community to come together and connect over a worthy cause and good food. For more information see our flyer.
