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Victoria 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, 24 Sep 2021 15:49:42 -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?

Including black youth and families voices in planning and well as a continued commitment to reviews and updates including black youth and families.

Victoria 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, 24 Sep 2021 15:46:02 -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?

My goal for my agency and programs would be to use the research findings to adapt our programs to better support youth and their families. I also agree with a few people that have also spoke about unlearning’s that need to take place so I would use the research finding to further educate myself and commit to continued learning.

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

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:39:16 -0400

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

I believe anti-black racism in still a problem in Ontario for many reasons. I think part of the problem is lack of responsibility, lack of self reflection as well as lack of understanding. I learned so much during these modules even though I came into this thinking I had a decent understanding of anti-black racisms.

Victoria 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, 24 Sep 2021 15:33:15 -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?

My goal is continue reviewing and evaluating my personal interactions with Black youth as well as my program. This includes barrier to entry, understanding of Black youth wellbeing and considering external factors for black youth (including community, previous interactions with pervious supports, etc.)

Victoria 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, 24 Sep 2021 15:28:01 -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 believe that my organization and more specifically the program I am in can do more outreach to Black youth and the community to ensure our program is being offered to them. I see our program as supporting youth with goals such as housing and employment and also to advocate for them. My goal is to participate and lead this outreach initiative…