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Keer 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

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:48:18 -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?

The simple thing I would do is find a suitable place where freedom of expression can be shared through youth voices. Organizing any activities where each of them can participate in discussion related to race ethnicity, and what are the steps taken toward this systemic concern of race enlarge. Having these activities together with youth will…

Keer 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, 15 Jul 2023 23:07:19 -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 have been engaging with youth in past years on daily bases whether in School or sports centre. Once upon a time, I went to school to support one of the newcomer families with their child who has been registered in public school. However, during the recess one of the associated school counselors refused for the student not to participate in…

Keer 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, 15 Jul 2023 22:21:17 -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?

Anti-black racism against youth and families is a systemic topic for those who are denied that racism doesn’t exist. The data research will assist to explore in finding what the missing part and what are challenges any black person experiences.

The research will provide evidence in different areas such as employment, healthcare, education in…

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

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 22:32:19 -0400

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

What is anti-black racism in Canada and beyond I remember many decades ago crossing LRT stations in Calgary Alberta. After a while Police officer stopped me and asked. Why are you crossing the LRT every day in the morning? I shared that is it a crime for a youth black student to cross the LRT. He responded complied with my Q where are you…