Virtual Café by YouthREX | REX Virtual Cafe | Activity https://cafe.youthrex.com/members/rexvirtualcafe/activity/ Activity feed for REX Virtual Cafe. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:07:30 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.21.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 3f5b30f805e15fd3c753181a046e44e1 REX replied to the discussion Tell us how youth work has shaped you and what moments have stayed with you. You can post narratives, poems, songs, photos, anecdotes, quotes, or links, whatever best brings your experiences of youth work to life! in the forum Storying Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/storying-youth-work/forum/discussion/tell-us-how-youth-work-has-shaped-you-and-what-moments-have-stayed-with-you-you-can-post-narratives-poems-songs-photos-anecdotes-quotes-or-links-whatever-best-brings-your-experiences-of-youth-2/#post-3506 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:30:23 -0500 Reply to Tell us how youth work has shaped you and what moments have stayed with you. You can post narratives, poems, songs, photos, anecdotes, quotes, or links, whatever best brings your experiences of youth work to life!

As we invite you to share how youth work has shaped you, we’re highlighting findings from the Ontario Youth Sector Compass, a research project exploring the experiences of young people and youth workers across Ontario. We sought to understand what supports help young people thrive, and what youth workers need to do their jobs in healthy,…

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]]> 1167fd8543d36a282421465e322909fb REX replied to the discussion Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action! in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/share-your-reflections-strategies-and-struggles-with-using-the-call-in-cards-to-guide-and-connect-your-anti-black-learning-to-action/#post-3486 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:15:30 -0400 Reply to Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action!

Dear Gary,

Thank you so much for sharing this reflection – it’s incredibly rewarding to hear how the cards sparked such meaningful dialogue and perspective shifts in the recruiter trainings. I love seeing how something that seems simple can really open space for deeper understanding and reflection.

We’re grateful for the care and creativity you…

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]]> cdc3fcc3fe0c0c3eb32987e685a7b31e REX replied to the discussion Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/job-postings-and-volunteer-opportunities/#post-3485 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:09:59 -0400 Reply to Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities

Logical Outcomes is hiring a Senior Evaluator, Black Communities Focus.

What you’ll do:

  • Lead the AI Lab for B3 Cohorts (Black-serving, Black-led, Black-focused organizations)
  • Design evaluation frameworks for community programs
  • Facilitate co-design processes for AI solutions
  • Apply culturally responsive and equity-focused evaluation methods

They’re…

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]]> b0001f5de541d3e3f0fb3b3ee6f303fb REX replied to the discussion Special Topics in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/special-topics/#post-3479 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:12:02 -0400 Reply to Special Topics

As you reflect on your journey with the Centering Black Youth and Wellbeing Certificate, check out these 5 resources from our Knowledge Hub that explore healing justice, Ubuntu, and anti-racism practices to support Black and racialized youth:

📄 Healing Practices for Black & Racialized Youth – Evidence-based practices you can integrate into…

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]]> 11be9f1ab1b277c2e2b14a73a1c5f2fa REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/what-is-the-one-simple-thing-either-in-your-personal-practice-organization-or-professional-practice-that-you-will-focus-on-implementing-to-improve-outcomes-for-black-youth-starting-today/page/9/#post-3466 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:00:07 -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?

Explore the actions you can take to respond to anti-Black racism at YouthREX’s upcoming free train-the-trainer workshop!

Each of YouthREX’s 16 Call-In-Cards for Anti-Black Racism Action presents a real-world scenario and four reflective prompts, designed to encourage self-reflection, collective learning, and meaningful action. Each card…

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]]> 794f86f8381dbd197952b3f7f7af49e8 REX replied to the discussion Special Topics in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/special-topics/#post-3464 Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:09:32 -0400 Reply to Special Topics

In Module 1, Nene Kwasi Kefele situates us in the historical and contextual realities of Black/African Canadians, including the story of Mathieu da Costa (1604)—an interpreter between the Mi’kmaq and the French, and one of the earliest recorded Black presences in what is now Canada. If this history exists, and is foundational—why isn’t it…

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]]> 1163e3dcc9cd534eb286eb557c820943 REX replied to the discussion Youth Engagement Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/youth-engagement-opportunities/#post-3456 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:49:25 -0400 Reply to Youth Engagement Opportunities

Dear Saima- Thank you for raising and highlighting these concerns. You’ve highlighted a critical gap in youth workforce development, particularly in skilled trades. From a program and policy perspective, structured evaluations of apprenticeship availability, employer practices, and youth outcomes are essential to inform systemic improvements.…

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]]> 58ebf7fa59f1580d3de83b48cb6faffc REX replied to the discussion How can evaluation ‘improve’ youth programs rather than just ‘proving’ that they work? in the forum Evaluation and Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/evaluation-and-youth-work/forum/discussion/how-can-evaluation-improve-youth-programs-rather-than-just-proving-that-they-work/#post-3455 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:46:42 -0400 Reply to How can evaluation ‘improve’ youth programs rather than just ‘proving’ that they work?

Anshdeep- Thank you for sharing, indeed evaluation goes beyond reporting outcomes and becomes a tool for continuous learning and growth. It allows youth programs to listen, reflect, and adapt, ensuring that they are responsive to the needs of the youth they serve.

]]> 285e426b603365946b474e4efe1bd226 REX replied to the discussion How can evaluation ‘improve’ youth programs rather than just ‘proving’ that they work? in the forum Evaluation and Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/evaluation-and-youth-work/forum/discussion/how-can-evaluation-improve-youth-programs-rather-than-just-proving-that-they-work/#post-3454 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:45:53 -0400 Reply to How can evaluation ‘improve’ youth programs rather than just ‘proving’ that they work?

Thank you for sharing these insights. Certainly- program evaluation is the essential for understanding what works , what does not and improving outcomes for the youth. Collecting and analyzing data not only ensures that youth receive the best possible support but also allows programs to grow and adapt.

]]> d4cd7d749766ccc5efebf2319cab4397 REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/strategies-for-working-against-anti-black-racism/page/4/#post-3452 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:41:35 -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 so much for sharing- combining research with the voices of Black youth is crucial for understanding the real impacts of anti-Black racism. Adding that aspect of humanism in data and research – that is often abstract.

]]> 12366b982515b0255e5d4151a4f61ed4 REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/strategies-for-working-against-anti-black-racism/page/4/#post-3451 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:40:22 -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?

Kiera- thank you for sharing these insights; making research on anti-Black racism visible and accessible is a powerful way to spark reflection, dialogue, and collaboration. Highlighting the systemic impacts not only on Black youth and their families but on society as a whole can help engage those who may not yet recognize the depth of…

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]]> fe539255a13094da94346da355e16c68 REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/strategies-for-working-against-anti-black-racism/page/5/#post-3450 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:38:57 -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?

Kamini- Thank you for sharing these thoughtful reflections; bringing these conversations into workplaces and creating accessible educational initiatives is essential. Your insights on supporting professionals to understand racialized trauma and implement meaningful anti-Black racism practices are especially valuable, and highlight important…

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]]> 04aa8c26533dd20c7297cd704708109a REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/lets-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-pr/page/4/#post-3441 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:08:03 -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?

Dear Samantha– really appreciate your reflection—it highlights an important distinction between listening to youth and truly engaging with their expertise. I think the emphasis on not just modifying existing systems, but imagining services designed for Black youth from the ground up, is critical.

To add to your point, I think part of moving…

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]]> 5e5b91a6b07ef7ae276d86fa39f68ce2 REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/lets-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-pr/page/4/#post-3440 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:06:23 -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?

Kerry- I love the focus on Youth-Adult Partnerships and culturally affirming spaces. To build on that, I think we also need to embed accountability and reflection into these programs—for both youth and adults. For example, creating spaces where adults learn from youth experiences and where youth are supported to give feedback that shapes program…

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]]> f1814f26d1d63039018b5c014cd58ef7 REX replied to the discussion Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action! in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/share-your-reflections-strategies-and-struggles-with-using-the-call-in-cards-to-guide-and-connect-your-anti-black-learning-to-action/#post-3439 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:03:50 -0400 Reply to Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action!

Hi Mogbeyi,

Thank you so much for this thoughtful reflection on the Call-In-Cards. You’ve really captured their purpose—especially the importance of the “call-in” approach for fostering learning, growth, and meaningful dialogue around ABR.

I’m curious—have you had a chance to lead any activities using the Call-In-Cards yet, or plan to in the…

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]]> 4d566ba6e261641993c1a78bdf4940e1 REX replied to the discussion A moment I’ll never forget: What’s a moment in your work with young people that still lives in you, something that made you laugh, cry, pause or change direction. in the forum Storying Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/storying-youth-work/forum/discussion/a-moment-ill-never-forget-whats-a-moment-in-your-work-with-young-people-that-still-lives-in-you-something-that-made-you-laugh-cry-pause-or-change-direction-2/#post-3438 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:01:55 -0400 Reply to A moment I’ll never forget: What’s a moment in your work with young people that still lives in you, something that made you laugh, cry, pause or change direction.

Caitlin 💛 , thank you for sharing it with us.
I love how you capture that mix of joy, community, and resilience, from the picnic in the rain to the makeshift photoshoot.
It’s such a powerful reminder of how youth work is about heart, creativity, and holding space for each other, even while we’re navigating our own journeys.
Your reflection…

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]]> 7c52be4030b7061c2ce2eef7831484ce REX replied to the discussion A moment I’ll never forget: What’s a moment in your work with young people that still lives in you, something that made you laugh, cry, pause or change direction. in the forum Storying Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/storying-youth-work/forum/discussion/a-moment-ill-never-forget-whats-a-moment-in-your-work-with-young-people-that-still-lives-in-you-something-that-made-you-laugh-cry-pause-or-change-direction-2/#post-3436 Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:00:18 -0400 Reply to A moment I’ll never forget: What’s a moment in your work with young people that still lives in you, something that made you laugh, cry, pause or change direction.

Mogbeyi 💛 Wow, thank you for sharing this.

The way you met him where he was, supported his voice, and worked with his family and school is so inspiring.

It really shows how patience and small, intentional steps can open up big possibilities for young people.

Stories like this remind us why this work matters and keep us grounded in what true…

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]]> 423b81981d137627f9166f7eca5ca368 REX posted an update in the group Storying Youth Work: As youth workers- how do you navigate care complex in such […] https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/4493/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:26:12 -0400 As youth workers- how do you navigate care complex in such a profession that can be quite rigid and restrictive in terms of providing youth with adequate support?

]]> 0 2e49b8ce8aa2b2bf90e19a44da838126 REX posted an update in the group Storying Youth Work: Describe Youth Work in 5 words. https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/4492/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:19:05 -0400 Describe Youth Work in 5 words.

]]> 0 0b10f2b3c3e61ffbb9309e4f83692f5b REX posted an update in the group Centering Black Youth Wellbeing: Imagine it is 2050- What is one thing you hope has […] https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/4490/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:12:21 -0400

  • Imagine it is 2050- What is one thing you hope has changed for Black Youth and their Mental Health and Wellbeing?

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    ]]>     0     46585a8df6632ab10fc94651a0a3a53b REX replied to the discussion Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action! in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/share-your-reflections-strategies-and-struggles-with-using-the-call-in-cards-to-guide-and-connect-your-anti-black-learning-to-action/#post-3425 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:10:14 -0400 Reply to Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action!

    Mogbeyi! What an amazing response, thank you for sharing your journey with the work that you do. We are just wondering if you have been able to use the call in cards lately for any facilitations, or if you have introduced a colleague , a friend to the Call in Cards? Please do share with us!

    ]]>         360bc1d66d76151eb102e8ab314f8912 REX replied to the discussion Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action! in the forum Centering Black Youth Wellbeing https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/share-your-reflections-strategies-and-struggles-with-using-the-call-in-cards-to-guide-and-connect-your-anti-black-learning-to-action/#post-3391 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 21:00:34 -0400 Reply to Share your reflections, strategies and struggles with using the Call-In-Cards to guide and connect your anti-Black racism learning to action!

    NEW Physical Call-In-Cards pouches are now available!

    This zipper pouch includes the four decks of The Kit‘s Call-In-Cards for Anti-Black Racism Action across four themes — with 16 scenarios from Black youth and four prompts that guide critical self-reflection to support anti-Black racism action — plus a user guide!

    Click here to request your FREE…

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    ]]>         bd109ee0ab0aa1afd8305d259bcfd013 REX replied to the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/#post-2283 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 21:26:31 -0500 Reply to Event Listings

    Don’t miss Hacking Deficit Thinking: A Youth Work Teach-In!

    Join us on Wednesday, November 30th from 12PM to 2PM ET when we’ll host Dr. Byron McClure and Dr. Kelsie Reed, US-based school psychologists and authors of Hacking Deficit Thinking: 8 Reframes That Will Change The Way You Think About Strength-Based Practices and Equity in…

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    ]]>         0d9d8c41c6d1fd9fa9dd0fdd07023bdf REX replied to the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/#post-2156 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:54:29 -0400 Reply to Event Listings

    Don’t miss our next webinar, Advancing the Possibilities of Youth-Led Organizing, on Wednesday, August 17th, from 4:30PM to 6:30PM ET. 🤝

    Join YouthREX and Leading in Colour for this engaging conversation and hear from young leaders across Ontario. Our confirmed guests include Sarah Jama, Co-Founder of Disability Justice Network of Ontario,…

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    ]]>         13230f40ac331f6ded21d2689275970d REX replied to the discussion How can we re-imagine our work with young people and their communities to provide a healing-centered practice that fosters possibility and advances holistic and collective wellbeing? in the forum Critical Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/critical-youth-work/forum/discussion/how-can-we-re-imagine-our-work-with-young-people-and-their-communities-to-provide-a-healing-centered-practice-that-fosters-possibility-and-advances-holistic-and-collective-wellbeing/#post-2154 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:50:11 -0400 Reply to How can we re-imagine our work with young people and their communities to provide a healing-centered practice that fosters possibility and advances holistic and collective wellbeing?

    You may be interested in our upcoming webinar on advancing the possibilities of youth-led organizing! Dr. Ginwright has written about the ways that youth organizing “embraces both individual development and social change,” but how can we become adult allies and meaningfully support youth-led movements?

    Join YouthREX and Leading in Colour for…

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    ]]>         516116b5b37f5047cce69da64bd42fd7 REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/strategies-for-working-against-anti-black-racism/page/2/#post-1839 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 18:05:57 -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?

    Oui, il est important que l’apprentissage informe la pratique.

    ]]>         78a524420155f5091b3c60d0f6f10585 REX 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 https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/centering-black-youth-wellbeing/forum/discussion/lets-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-pr/page/2/#post-1838 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 18:03:57 -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?

    Absolument, merci pour le partage.

    ]]>         fd8b0e2021192201d5e4569e9bd10f96 REX posted an update in the group Centering Black Youth Wellbeing: https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/2038/ Fri, 21 Jan 2022 17:52:55 -0500 0 621f39965553fecabe02fdef88071103 REX posted an update in the group Centering Black Youth Wellbeing: https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/2027/ Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:43:29 -0500 0 84181e941aedb98778b9bae55fd6bc34 REX posted an update in the group Centering Black Youth Wellbeing: https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/1984/ Fri, 17 Dec 2021 18:26:32 -0500 0 2452feb3785a4d2b1db887e7e646b0a4 REX posted an update in the group Centering Black Youth Wellbeing: https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/1979/ Fri, 17 Dec 2021 17:48:11 -0500 0 97ad67079f1856707738a22815405bec REX replied to the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/#post-1642 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:20:27 -0400 Reply to Event Listings

    Be Kind To Your Mind: The Community Healing Project

    Join Jane-Finch Community and Family Centre every Tuesday and Wednesday for a conversation on mental health and wellness led by their youth facilitators! Starting September 21, 2021, to December 8, 2021.

    1. Jane Sheppard/ Chalkfarm Workshop: Every Wednesday 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
    2. Rexdale Workshop:…

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    ]]>         0073e9a656480f4fe5eeaa9e411a6141 REX replied to the discussion Resource Sharing in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/networking-and-resource-sharing/#post-1590 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 20:59:44 -0400 Reply to Resource Sharing

    Application for Black Focused Employment Social Enterprise Idea Accelerator Program!

    The Toronto Enterprise Fund is holding a Black-Focused Accelerator Program that provides support for the development of a business or business idea that will be led by, employ and serve Black people in Peel, Toronto, and/or York Region. It is a…

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    ]]>         f0df679f4bdfd83badbdeb360bf42b4d REX replied to the discussion Youth Engagement Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/youth-engagement-opportunities/#post-1589 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 20:53:49 -0400 Reply to Youth Engagement Opportunities

    Proud to Vote 2021: A National Debate on 2SLGBTQ+ Issues

    Join Wisdom2Action on September 14th at 1 PM Eastern Time for Proud to Vote 2021 – a national discussion and debate on 2SLGBTQ+ issues with representatives of major Canadian political parties in the lead up to the 2021 federal election.

    Confirmed party representatives include:

    • Green Party of…

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    ]]>         06a1fdeac652fd30e31105fe96bdf88a REX replied to the discussion Youth Engagement Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/youth-engagement-opportunities/#post-1493 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:44:53 -0400 Reply to Youth Engagement Opportunities

    Are you a 2SLGBTQ+ young person living in Canada?

    The SAFER (Safer Access for Everyone in the Rainbow) Project is including 2SLGBTQ+ young people in preventing and addressing gender-based violence across Canada. Wisdom2Action is recruiting 8 people aged 16-24 with diverse lived experiences to join the Youth Advisory Committee. This is a…

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    ]]>         25c01297f6a82e9fa410aa4cefbdf6b9 REX replied to the discussion Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/job-postings-and-volunteer-opportunities/#post-1092 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:54:17 -0400 Reply to Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities

    Volunteer Opportunity:

    Are you passionate about community organizing? Would you like to help combat racism in the education system? Do you live in the Durham, Peels, Toronto, or York Region? Here is your chance to help influence education in Ontario!

    The Coalition for Racial Equity in Education Project is recruiting Parents/Guardians and…

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    ]]>         12b09e082a49144cd48c25a21240250b REX replied to the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/#post-1077 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 21:27:12 -0400 Reply to Event Listings

    Understanding Domestic Sex Trafficking for Youth Work

    Register online for this workshop presented by YouthREX and SafeGuards, and facilitated by Karly Church. March 23, 2021, 1:00 – 4:00 PM EST.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Define domestic sex trafficking
    • Examine the stages of commercial sexual exploitation
    • Identify risk and vulnerability factors as well…

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    ]]>         98e7c2754b5b2c0603634c5d8e08e827 REX replied to the discussion Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/job-postings-and-volunteer-opportunities/#post-1024 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:12:13 -0400 Reply to Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities

    NEW Wi-Fi Project (Digital Canopy).

    Are you or someone you know looking for a gateway into an IT career? Careers Education Empowerment Centre for Young Black Professionals in collaboration with Toronto Public Library, George Brown, and Cisco, will be supporting young Black Canadians to expand and gain the necessary skills to get started with…

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    ]]>         69729306bde8590d388390b16f02acfb REX replied to the discussion Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Dr. Cyndy Baskin in the forum Critical Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/critical-youth-work/forum/discussion/ask-me-anything-ama-with-dr-cyndy-baskin/#post-835 Fri, 05 Feb 2021 22:57:04 -0500 Reply to Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Dr. Cyndy Baskin

    This is a question a participant asked during a workshop but it’s worth asking here so folks who didn’t attend can see:

    For ways to offer programming that is culturally inclusive to Indigenous people, do you have any suggestions? I fear that I may offer services that may unintentionally harm from lack of knowledge. Do you have any resources…

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    ]]>         4d6edccee53187022c082b7655ba050a REX replied to the discussion Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Dr. Joey-Lynn Wabie & Michelle Kennedy in the forum Critical Youth Work https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/critical-youth-work/forum/discussion/ask-me-anything-ama-with-dr-joey-lynn-wabie-michelle-kennedy/#post-784 Thu, 03 Dec 2020 18:39:43 -0500 Reply to Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Dr. Joey-Lynn Wabie & Michelle Kennedy

    The Land As Our First Teacher Factsheet by Dr. Joey-Lynn Wabie and Michelle Kennedy is now available on our Knowledge Hub! See here: https://youthrex.com/factsheet/land-as-our-first-teacher-2/

    ]]>         4121bee616b754c33af2952131c6fd91 REX replied to the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/#post-758 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 19:15:08 -0400 Reply to Event Listings

    Check out this panel discussion on cannabis use amongst diverse youth happening on Sept 29 at 12:00 pm EST. Panelists will dive in on how to meet the needs of diverse youth and provide concrete skills that practitioners can use when working with youth – you don’t want to miss it! Click here to register online!

    ]]>         efa57dd18b373c6bd07de78205576c41 REX replied to the discussion Resource Sharing in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/networking-and-resource-sharing/#post-743 Fri, 11 Sep 2020 13:21:55 -0400 Reply to Resource Sharing

    Funding opportunity! The Home Depot Canada Foundation has launched its Community Impact Grant Program. Grants are up to $10K and provide support to charities that need repairs/renovations to continue offering services to youth during these challenging times.

    Deadline: December 14th. Click here for more info!

    ]]>         965c5aabdc129b8d327743f77ded5e9f REX replied to the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/#post-720 Thu, 03 Sep 2020 20:26:43 -0400 Reply to Event Listings

    Check out this learning opportunity with Dr. Jean Rhodes on Youth Mentoring in the 21st Century. Date: September 14th, 2020 at 11 AM (EST). Register online here.

    P.S. there are lots of resources on YouthREX’s knowledge hub on youth mentorship!

    ]]>         444227b4b29bdf6eab06bd20ab563ff6 REX replied to the discussion Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/job-postings-and-volunteer-opportunities/#post-680 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 21:29:22 -0400 Reply to Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities

    The Prime Minister is accepting applications for the next cohort of Youth Council Members. Canadian youth, permanent residents, and protected persons aged 16-24 years can apply. This is an opportunity to discuss issues that matter to youth, their peers, their community, and their country. There may also be opportunities to engage with local…

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    ]]>         67864b48b55e8d507de353a33ea9dddc REX started the discussion Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/job-postings-and-volunteer-opportunities/ Tue, 28 Jul 2020 19:32:42 -0400 Job Postings and Volunteer Opportunities

    Please share work (and volunteer) opportunities for the Ontario Youth Sector.

    ]]>         d0ef264be250b90005bf6d57bbc41c48 REX started the discussion Event Listings in the forum Community Board https://cafe.youthrex.com/communities/community-board/forum/discussion/event-listings/ Tue, 28 Jul 2020 19:31:30 -0400 Event Listings

    Share upcoming events that are relevant to the Ontario Youth Sector.

    ]]>         28e6ea4c6cd0d2f066a425da59395203 REX changed the description of the group Community Board from "" to "The Open Conversation forum provides a space for critical conversations that don’t fit into the five CoPs.  " https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/317/ Mon, 11 May 2020 18:48:13 -0400 0 d57ee46c922f1a2b735f9b3481eb6400 REX changed the description of the group Cannabis and Youth from "" to "For members (youth leaders and other youth sector stakeholders) who are interested in sharing ideas, resources, and experiences about meaningful youth engagement in all aspects of youth work. See below for definition of meaningful youth engagement by Youth Power. Animators will include present and former youth leaders and adult allies who are committed and interested in meaningful youth engagement." https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/316/ Mon, 11 May 2020 18:47:34 -0400 0 68ff07bca7a982f6cf433f5f90d1ac99 REX updated their profile https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/288/ Fri, 24 Apr 2020 16:21:52 -0400 0 5dae68e4403801fd6dd31ae3c3f3a45f REX changed their profile photo https://cafe.youthrex.com/cafe-buzz/p/287/ Fri, 24 Apr 2020 16:20:25 -0400 0