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Danielle 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

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:35 -0400

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 really like the conversation happening here, focused on listening and also being aware of our own biases and privileges. I think another action that we can take is to speak up if/when we become aware of any systemic issues within our workplace. No matter how well-intentioned the staff may be, there are bound to be things…

Danielle replied to the discussion Overall Emotions in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:40:10 -0400

Reply to Overall Emotions

I’m halfway through the program currently and one of the biggest things for me is the realization that all of learning I have done so far (through different programs in college and university, different trainings, my career, etc) have only really scratched the surface. But I am thankful for the opportunity to continue to learn.

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

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:46:40 -0400

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

While I am not in Ontario, I can say with certainty that anti-Black racism is still an issue in Canada. In some smaller areas, where there hasn’t historically been a lot of diversity, people have gotten comfortable in their “bubble” of not witnessing overt racism in their daily lives. Due to not seeing this overt racism, they assume that…