Local communities are microcosms of the global context. CISV’s local programmes use the same principles as its international programmes to connect people in a meaningful way with their local communities.

Mosaic is a project-based programme which empowers individuals and chapters to be agents of change, reach out, and involve as many people as possible. Each project is a separate CISV experience that relates to a local need and interest and involves a different target group. It does not have to be in a camp setting, as with many CISV programmes, but is designed according to the needs and abilities of the CISV chapter.

Using the core CISV Values, local members develop projects in conjunction with like minded organizations or community groups. The aim is to create an authentic learning experience for participants and deliver a benefit to the wider community.

Age: All ages
Duration: Up to one year
Size of Group: No limits

 

Mosaic Programme

What is Mosaic?

Mosaic is a unique model for community-based peace education. It gives people the tools to identify the needs in their communities and helps them plan projects that respond in meaningful ways. Mosaic projects come in many shapes and sizes, but they all involve innovative learning and local impact. Mosaic is a project-based programme. It has specific goals and a set of tools and guidelines that help people design and implement peace education that has a positive impact. Every Mosaic project uses the same framework, but each one does it in a different way.
 

Why do a Mosaic project?

We invite you to consider participating in a Mosaic. In addition to locally serving our community, being a part of Mosaic also helps us: 
 
  • Map our community: understanding strengths and challenges in our local community and identifying needs to be addressed via local work.
  • Communicate with Like-Minded Organizations and Institutions (both public and private): working with an LMO helps us to create, engage and develop a stable partnership.
  • Develop educational projects: planning and designing educational and learning experiences in your local community and understanding how CISV can inspire change.

We are currently recruiting a new Mosaic Coordinator. If  you have an idea for a Mosaic initiatives or would be interested in stepping into this role, please reach out to chair@cisvvictoria.ca.

Current Mosaic Opportunities:

Coldest Night of the Year 2025 (CNOY)

The Coldest Night of the Year is a walk that raises money for folks in our community who need our help. Some of them hungry, more than a few hurting and regrettably, some who are homeless too. We are fundraising for Our Place Society for the 2025 Coldest Night of the Year charity walk. An effect of the pandemic has been the increase of people accessing our programs and services. Our Place is here for individuals and families facing extreme challenges – regardless of the reason. Your support helps this organization continue to be a beacon for our friends and neighbours experiencing tough times.

Check out our CNOY 2025 Team Page.

Past Mosaic Initiatives:

Out of the Rain Meals

The Out of the Rain Youth Night Shelter is a community capacity building project, working to reduce the risk faced by homeless youth by providing shelter during the coldest months of the year. CISV Victoria partnered with Out of the Rain Shelter through a commitment to providing hot meals for the youth staying at the shelter.

3 people holding the meals they made for Out of the Rain