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Maha 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, 02 Apr 2021 20:35:50 -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?

Thank you for sharing this toolkit, what a great resource! It is especially helpful when conversations about racial data, research, and implications can be difficult to approach. While dissemination of race-based research and knowledge is essential for change, it can be a daunting process. Self-admittedly, sometimes uncertain thoughts arise…

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

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 03:56:19 -0400

Reply to Centering Black Youth Wellbeing Spotify Playlist

Music has such a powerful connection, and a couple of times while doing the modules, I would go back and listen to the amazing song selections again just because of the messages and feelings they conveyed. When I first heard ‘If I Have a Son’ by Ruth B. in a module, it made me cry. The words ‘I hope I see the day where I don’t have to…

Maha 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, 02 Apr 2021 03:36:30 -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?

In one of my online teaching practicums, what I really loved was dedicated time in the classroom on allowing students the space to formulate their own workshops and tutorials to their fellow students, showcasing personal skills and talents. I think in-class programs where Black youth could shine would fundamentally be based on their own…

Maha 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, 31 Mar 2021 21:02:31 -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 Amanda, I love your point on emphasizing listening. Too often we let assumptions or circumstantial hearsay form our opinions – for example, walking into a classroom and hearing a student say ‘Oh Black Student A? They never do their work’, and automatically some educators may become wary of the Black youth as a trouble-maker on the radar. As…

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

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 22:17:44 -0400

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

I think a major issue with anti-black racism persists in Ontario because many Ontarians do not want to believe or admit their own participation in such a broken and damaging system. The inaction, lack of awareness, and sometimes intentional silence creates a negative ripple effect to embolden the unfair and systematic discrimination faced by…