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Danica 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

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 15:39:22 -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?

I feel as if in certain contexts, the data is there, it is a question of maximising its value in the analysis stage or of better designing the survey. Schools in Ontario are mandated to collect yearly data on school climate, from students, staff and parents. Various demographic questions provide information regarding ethnicity,…

Danica 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

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 15:08:48 -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 believe this work must start as early as possible and working intentionally from a strength-based perspective. Black children must have their feelings, thoughts and opinions validated by the all their caring adults, including teachers, childcare workers, coaches, club leaders and family members. We must help the child figure out how they…

Danica 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

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 14:44:03 -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?

As a school principal, I work closely with many families to support their kids. Dr. Carol Wade’s presentation in Module 3 resonated with me, especially when she discussed the importance of moving away from a eurocentric definition of family, to make room for a more fluid, “village” definition of family. Identifying and working with the…

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

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 14:29:29 -0500

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

I agree with Chantele and Madina that the historical roots of ABR must be taught in schools to create the context necessary to address the current state of ABR. While some schools and some boards do teach some elements of this history, especially during Black History Month, it should not be relegated to one-off “theme” lessons. Rather, it…