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Tana replied to the discussion How might we draw on research findings to highlight and challenge the impact of anti-Black racism on youth and their families? in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 14:44:40 -0500

Reply to How might we draw on research findings to highlight and challenge the impact of anti-Black racism on youth and their families?

We should use the research findings to do more than support youth and their families. While I think that it is important, it seems that the real issue is stems from society. These findings should be shared with all communities so that they can begin to understand the plights and internal struggles that happen within the Black…

Tana 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

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 17:01:23 -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?

This is great. I know some people may see this as superficial but it is definitely a confidence boost! I can’t think of anyone who did not feel invincible when they believed they looked their best. I would love to connect my clients with the right products and services to make sure they are feeling their best.

Tana 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

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 16:59:07 -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?

The first thing I could think of with the Black youth that I do work with is providing them with additional supports. I am finding that the other clients I work with are so well connected with family and other agencies. My plan is to connect the Black youth with supportive activities and communities in the area to ensure that they are…

Tana replied to the discussion Practical Ideas On Ways To Affirm The Identity Of The Black Community in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:19:19 -0500

Reply to Practical Ideas On Ways To Affirm The Identity Of The Black Community

I just finished watching the first module lectures, a lot of that information I was only taught once I got to university. Imagine having to wait, in my case until you are 25, to know the depth of black history in Canada. Some families might have had the privilege of knowing long before I did, and I truly love that for them. I know that I will…