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Sarah 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, 26 Mar 2021 19:55:53 -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 agree with you Mike that centering voices of Black youth is very important especially in designing pathways to inclusion in the youth sector. I really like your point recognizing individual strengths, needs and comfort levels when describing to have options for different channels of communication and ways to express their ideas!

Sarah 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, 26 Mar 2021 19:36:33 -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?

We can draw on the research findings on mental health to highlight and challenge the impact of anti-Black racism on youth and families such as higher levels anxiety, severe depression and anger as well as more vulnerable to develop anxiety and trauma related disorders. Alongside the research demonstrates heightened negative psychological…

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

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:56:23 -0400

Reply to Centering Black Youth Wellbeing Spotify Playlist

Amazing playlist! My favourites: Changes, Rise Up and Preach 🙂

Sarah 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, 26 Mar 2021 18:49:46 -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?

To center the wellbeing of Black youth and families in my work I can engage in critical self-reflection and leverage power and privilege. Creating a safe space will be important in allowing for their story to be heard and share their knowledge by “being the expert”. When working with Black youth and families I can ask how they would like to…

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

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 22:28:29 -0400

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

In my opinion, anti-Black racism is still a problem in Ontario due to the societal and institutional racism as well as the microaggressions, biases and white supremacy that continue to exist in our society. Reiterating the data mentioned in the module such as higher rates of Black unemployment, discrimination in employment/promotions in… Read more