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

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 21:23:39 -0400

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

ABR is still an issue in Ontario because people who are in positions of authority and power are not committed to change. It is also an issue because nowadays we have a lot of initiatives that are put in place under the guise of anti-oppression, anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion but in reality, nothing is actually being done.…

Jessica 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

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 03:28:43 -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?

One simple thing I can do is to share my learnings from this certificate with my coworkers and/or encourage them to complete this certificate themselves so we can work collectively to assess and address what our organization can do to better center Black youth wellbeing.

Jessica 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

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 03:13:08 -0400

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 completely agree! Having local Youth Advisory Councils or Committees benefits both the organization and the youth involved. Not only does this include youth voices and perspectives in the organization’s work, but this also equips youth with skills, experiences and support to succeed moving forward.

Jessica 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

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 03:02:23 -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?

I agree with you as well, Victoria, about the need for unlearning to take place. I believe that research plays an important role in challenging misconceptions and inaccurate beliefs which can help facilitate that process of unlearning and re-learning.