Let's continue to learn and grow as we become a more diverse,
accepting and empowering community.
Let's continue to learn and grow as we become a more diverse,
accepting and empowering community.
Unite Against Hate
Black Lives Matter – But Which Ones?
Although the slogan “Black Lives Matter” has been a rallying call for the world to recognize dignity in the Black community and put an end to anti-Black racism, often those further marginalized are left on the sidelines and not defended.
Getting Called Out is an Act of Love
Most conversations that confront discrimination are steeped in a power dynamic - usually an imbalance - between a person in a privileged position and someone who’s not. So while being called out for racism is typically followed by feelings of fear and fragility (usually, though not exclusively, by white folks), it involves another kind of fear that’s shadowed by historical punishment and exhaustion for Black, Indigenous and people of colour. But the willingness to have this conversation is an act of love, and deserves to be received as one, too.
Shifting Into Black Futures
February, as recognized by a handful of Western nations, marks the celebration of Black History Month.
The Importance of Rest for Black Bodies
Alongside those indigenous to Turtle Island (North America), Black folks are the most likely to experience disability and pain.
THE STORY OF BLANCHE WILLIAMS
A Brantford resident who became Canada's first Black woman to attend university.
TERMS TO DISCUSS, Part 1
Here you'll find important terms with definitions and sources listed.
TERMS TO DISCUSS, Part 2
Part two! More terms, definitions and sources. Carefully compiled by Destiny Pitters.