Sivakaami 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, 24 Oct 2023 15:52:05 -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?

The most important step is to include Black voices throughout the entire process. Host forums with Black members of the community, with a specific focus on the voices of Black youths. Ask them for their opinions on the proposed program ideas, have them bring up suggestions of programs they would like to see and be a part of etc. This would…

Sivakaami 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, 24 Oct 2023 15:47:07 -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?

I would do my best to provide a safe environment in which Black youths would feel comfortable with sharing their lived experiences, fears and dreams. By being an active listener, I would hope to encourage Black youths to open up more – this is return would allow me to determine better resources, programs and/or services I can provide them with…

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Sivakaami 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