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Julie 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, 25 Mar 2021 17:30:32 -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?

That is so true because sometimes people just want to vent. They don’t necessarily need any advice, they just need an empathetic, non judgmental listening ear. Often times we know what we need/have to do but we just need our side and our voice to be heard. Right or wrong the person had a process and rational behind the thinking/behaviours.…

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

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:19:27 -0400

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

Same!

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

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:22:28 -0400

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Thank you for sharing! It’s “Rooted” by Ciara and Ester Dean for me

Julie 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

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 17:44:19 -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?

We just need to focus on removing the stigma associated with accessing these services as it relates to black youth and their families. Stigmatization in and of itself is a barrier. The effects of stigma are real and prevents the pathways to inclusion.

Julie 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

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 17:33:40 -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?

In my interactions with youth, the one simple thing I taught them was never bow their head in shame based on what they feel someone is thinking about you. Hold your head up high when you enter the Centre. Say Good morning. Be present, feel valued, you belong here just the way you are.

Julie 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

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 17:17:44 -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?

In my opinion, we need to start with the education system. The history text books needs to be revised to include actual Black History not just about slavery and our struggles but our contributions to the economic development of Canada. Since the children (all children regardless of race, creed, origin or ethnicity) are the future, let them…

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

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 16:49:13 -0500

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

I believe that ABR is still a problem in Ontario because racism against blacks is not recognized as a systematic-real issue. Based on the our limited knowledge of history, Ontario was and is still viewed as a protected/safe haven for slaves and blacks. We focus so much on the United States that we often neglect what’s happening in our own…