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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

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:19:43 -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?

Hi Natasha,

I am a white educator in the pdsb. Currently working on a masters in equity. I would love to connect. Here is my email sarah.rossi@peelsb.com

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

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:16:04 -0400

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

In education, Black students are still disproportionately disciplined and streamed into lower level classes.

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

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:13:44 -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?

One thing schools could do is listen to the needs of Black students. Creating brave spaces where Black students are listened to and their ideas for change are acted on.

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

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:10:20 -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?

In the lectures two key points stood out to me. Firstly, the importance of anecdotal evidence as research. As someone who studied science I often forget about the need for interviews and personal accounts in this work. Secondly, the need to involve community members in how you are using the research. It is important to recognize the…