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Holly 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

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 16:00:42 -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?

Bring them (youth and families) to the forefront of the conversation. As I noted in previous discussions, we need include and ensure that the research include Black youth and their families in the process. This will ensure that in the process of recreating the narrative, we ensure that we position ourselves as culturally responsive and…

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

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:57:18 -0500

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

I think that the Canadian experience is one that positions itself to be rooted so deeply as a country with open arms and acceptance of all and by doing this, experiences of Black communities is silenced or not brought to the forefront. How could a country that strives on multiculturalism miss the mark? That is the question we need to explore…

Holly 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

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:46:34 -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?

My thoughts are to re-evaluate how we connect with families and communities to have a greater voice and this process would support us to meet the diverse and real-lived experiences of these communities as opposed to offering solutions based on preconceived ideas/notions. There isn’t one solution but it’s about being intentional about…

Holly replied to the discussion Challenge - how do we make language of this more accessible to broader public in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 20:45:24 -0500

Reply to Challenge - how do we make language of this more accessible to broader public

This is an interesting question but an important one, Tim. I agree, I am not an academic but I have learned the “buzz” words within our sector that are used to describe experiences and realities that continue to be used. To what someone else said, language being used makes some groups feel more woke than others but I do feel like we need…

Holly 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, 16 Jan 2023 20:32:42 -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?

One simple thing that I will focus on implementing to improve outcomes for Black youth is continued advocacy. Black youth need continued advocacy and access to resources that are aligned with their needs. Black youth who have experienced marginalization and disenfranchisement require this support and I will be intentional about this focus.

Holly replied to the discussion Centering Black Youth Wellbeing Spotify Playlist in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing

Sun, 15 Jan 2023 15:32:53 -0500

Reply to Centering Black Youth Wellbeing Spotify Playlist

Love this play list. Definitely playing this in the background. My faves: Preach – John Legend, Changes – 2Pac👏