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Shannon 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

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 18:51:55 -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?

I agree Baidir! While data and numbers are always critical, we know that correlation does not equal causation and while it shouldn’t take a rocket scientist to understand why these numbers matter, they always do need to be placed into context. This can be done through further research but at the same time I agree that real-world experience…

Shannon 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

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 21:42:30 -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?

I agree with this sentiment, Camilla. I will add that I think it’s important to ensure that, when placing Black youth at the center of program design, we are making an effort to ensure the representation of diverse Black youth, recognizing that they may have a range of lives and experiences (and we are not being diverse simply by virtue…

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

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 21:59:58 -0500

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

Hi Karen, thank you for this thoughtful answer. I absolutely agree and share your frustration. I would add that a further challenge I sense in recent years is a growing discomfort when discussing issues of race, oppression and Anti-Black racism in particular. Folks at all levels of influence shy away from these conversations out of fear of…

Shannon 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, 08 Mar 2022 21:54:30 -0500

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?

This is a very simply thing, but I have personally always been struck by how impactful it can be to see a pride flag on display in a business or community space – to me, this simple visual hints or suggests that the space in question is welcoming and nonjudgmental, at least to LGBTQ+ folks. I feel similar about pronoun pins – a small marker…