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Brody replied to the discussion What is One Simple Thing you could do to center Black youth wellbeing in your work? What is One Simple Thing that your organization could do to center Black youth wellbeing? in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:55:40 -0500

Reply to What is One Simple Thing you could do to center Black youth wellbeing in your work? What is One Simple Thing that your organization could do to center Black youth wellbeing?

I think it would be great for schools to partner with Black communities and resources centered around Black youth. It would be ideal if schools had groups dedicated to Black youth where they can be provided resources and support, as well as a place to voice their opinions.

Brody replied to the discussion Why is anti-Black racism still a problem in Ontario? in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:52:10 -0500

Reply to Why is anti-Black racism still a problem in Ontario?

It is still a problem because systematic racism still exists. Remember the anti-racism protests happening during the pandemic? I was there and there were 1000s of supporters trying to fight against police brutality and violence against Black individuals. I also see racism in schools. The conversation of racism is far from over as there are…

Brody replied to the discussion Let’s dream and envision programs and services where Black youth are not experiencing anti-Black racism. How might we move beyond identifying the service needs and gaps Black youth face, to pro-actively designing pathways to inclusion in the youth sector? in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:49:05 -0500

Reply to Let’s dream and envision programs and services where Black youth are not experiencing anti-Black racism. How might we move beyond identifying the service needs and gaps Black youth face, to pro-actively designing pathways to inclusion in the youth sector?

I think we all need to work together with our services – this would include police services, community resources such as Why Not City Youth Missions etc, and on top of that, actually listening to the voices of Black youths. There is no greater feedback than the group that is affected. So providing a way for them to provide their feedback…