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Kaitlyn 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, 14 Sep 2021 14:27:56 -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?

As I was completing Module 4, it demonstrates the importance of critical reflection at a team, self, and organizational level. It requires ourselves and the agencies we work within to critically reflect, analyze, and put into action. I believe that self-reflection and awareness is an important step in further understanding one’s privileges…

Kaitlyn 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

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:25:19 -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?

Hi Amy,

I agree with your statement about simply asking Black Youth about their own experiences with racism, discrimination, and challenges they face in their life. As I personally work with many Black families in my position along with young Black children/youth it is important to highlight that in my assessment, treatment, and ongoing supports.…

Kaitlyn 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, 03 Sep 2021 16:28:53 -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?

The current research findings demonstrate that the challenges of Anti-Black Racism within the systems such as the Mental Health Sector continue to show the gaps. It has been shown that Black youth struggle to access mental health resources and services until they are experiencing significant enough symptoms that police or hospitalization…

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

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 20:54:55 -0400

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

I completely agree with these responses as to why we continue to see Anti-Black racism across Ontario. I find that many people continue to be uninformed, uneducated, or ignorant to the racism that people of colour experience on a daily basis. I also found the statistics shared in Module 1 about the impact of COVID-19 on families, especially…