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Tarin 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, 28 Jan 2025 22:01:15 -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?

I can prioritize uplifting black youth voices in my work, whether it is to co-design a resource, provide opportunities to showcase strengths or ensuring proactive methods to include them in discussions and decision making.

Tarin 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, 28 Jan 2025 20:59:07 -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 think one of the biggest ways to do this is through co-design. Co-design youth services with members of the Black community, Black service providers, Black youth and their families. Prioritizing funding for services, education and access to care is crucial as well. Getting buy-in and engagement from members of the community who have the…

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

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 19:21:52 -0500

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

I think anti-black racism within Canada is perpetuated by various factors. The biggest one being lack of education and awareness on the historical complicity Canada has, as well as the experiences of black people. With the rise of technology, social media and how information travels, I believe currently there is also a great deal of…