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

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:34:42 -0400

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

In my opinion, anti-Black racism continues to be a problem in Ontario, as government and society are unwilling to acknowledge the years of oppression that the black community has faced and continues to face. The government refuses the make the many suggestions brought forth by black leaders, statistics and government findings that would stop…

Erika 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, 23 Mar 2021 15:48:21 -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?

2/2 of my response: My organization would benefit from building partnerships with Black communities to attain a better understanding of the needs within the community I work in.

Erika 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

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 14:52:29 -0400

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

Using Race Based Data as a Tool is important to bridging the gaps that are found within the data. This data, if used appropriately, will bring attention to systemic racism but will also give the black youth and their families an opportunity to receive services that would address their needs. It will also challenge the educators,…

Erika 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, 23 Mar 2021 13:44:10 -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?

As a Child and Youth Councellor it is important for us to first focus on Leveraging Space for our youth. I would focus on building a trusting relationship and walk at their pace so that they can feel safe. “Hanging in” as opposed to “hanging out” is important as it will allow you to get to know their interests, hobbies, goals and allow them to…

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

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 20:38:24 -0400

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

In my opinion anti-Black racism is still a problem because Canadians as a whole are in denial of its existence and lack the education to better understand the complexity of it. When I was in school we were taught the “myths” of the Black community, as in Canada saved the slaves. When in fact we were never properly informed that Canadians…