Anti-Racism Summit events
- April 29, 2021 Thursday to May 2, 2021 Sunday
Schedule subject to change
May
12
2022
Thursday | 6:00PM
BlPOC Community Safe Space
(online and in-person)
A facilitated discussion about the issues affecting the BlPOC community in Guelph, Wellington County and Waterloo Region. How can we work together and make changes in our communities?
A BIPOC-identifying space ONLY for members to feel safe, heard and seen.
To register for BIPOC Community Safe Space: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302920191447
May
13
2022
Friday | 7:00PM
Caribbean Tales Film Festival Movie Screening “Mas Man”
Peter Minshall is an artist, designer, artistic director and mas man who is renowned for his works of mas for Trinidad carnival and large-scale spectacle events and performances. "Mas Man" captures Minshall’s flair for costume and the enigma of a designer/artist whose main job seems to open confrontation between good and evil against the backdrop of the celebrations. His calling, as such, is to awaken themes about humanity that not only display a curious slant in art but also inform audiences that are privileged to discern his work.
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307
May
14
2022
Saturday | 10:00AM
Family Art Session
Art from the Heart with A. Decker. Paint a 16 x 20 keepsake canvas “Black Girl Magic” with step-by-step instruction. Good vibes guaranteed. No experience necessary. Free admission. Limited space.
To register for the Family Art Session: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302918034997
May
14
2022
Saturday | 1:00PM
De-Escalation Workshop: How to Deal With Hate-Motivated Incidents
A verbal de-escalation workshop that reviews meeting and safely responding to the care, welfare, safety and security of our community. We will cover tips and tactics on how to respond to and dissipate highly stressful or emotionally charged verbal interactions in the safest manner possible.
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307
May
14
2022
Saturday | 4:00PM
“Overcoming Adversity” Panel Discussion
The path to success isn’t easy for anyone to navigate - but there are additional roadblocks and challenges for members of the Black community. At this event, a panel of Black advocates in various stages of their journeys will share their experiences, the adversities they’ve overcome, and the resources and organizations that have or may have not provided them the support, connections, and opportunities they needed. We will listen to their individual stories as well as the common themes and challenges that Black and BIPOC communities face. Featuring panelists Aaron Francis, Vicki Olatundun and Truth Is...
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307
May
14
2022
Saturday | 7:00PM
Keynote Address with Selam Debs, Layla Staats & Justin Reid
Join us for an empowering and insightful evening of spoken word by Justin Reid and keynote addresses by Layla Staats and Selam Debs. Layla will speak on the levels of healing through storytelling and how to maximize digital technology to engage a global audience. Understanding the uniqueness of each of our stories, but also the similarities allows connection and empathy and perspective. Selam will deliver a talk entitled “The Black Experience”. This talk will be a combination of education and learning/unlearning, as well as celebration.
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307
May
14
2022
Saturday | 10:00PM
Freedom Fete: A Tribute to Nicky Dread featuring DJ Jinx and the Rise & Shine Rhythm Section
The Freedom Fete is a celebration that highlights music, dance, and innovation as an ingrained part of the Black legacy. Join us for a night of celebration, fellowship, and release for our community. Featuring DJ Jinx and the Rise & Shine Rhythm Section. Try a taste of the Caribbean with food from Big Jerk Smoke House.
Nick “Nicky Dread” Taylor passed away in March 2022. A native of Georgetown Guyana. Nick loved reggae music and received many awards and accolades including Canadian Black Music Award for Top Radio Disk Jockey, a Certificate of Appreciation from the 4th International Reggae Music Awards, in Chicago, USA and he served as a judge for the Canadian Juno Reggae category. For over 40 years he hosted a reggae music show on CRFU Radio. Nicky was beloved in our community and he will be missed. Rest In Power. Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307 Limited passes available for Freedom Fete only: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/freedom-fete-tickets-302924063027
May
15
2022
Sunday | 1:00PM
NEUROroyalty Presents: The BIPOC Mental Wellness Journey
Dr. Ally and Kween will be providing a special NEUROchat that will be focused on how we can heal and work on wellness while exploring the facets of Violence, Oppression and Harm that affect our communities. This will also include ways that we can facilitate allyship and work as accomplices in the BIPOC community.
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307
May
15
2022
Sunday | 2:30PM
A Conversation with Steve Anderson, Deputy Mayor for the Town of Shelburne
Steve’s story is a journey of setbacks, disappointments and lessons learned before becoming the first Black lawyer ever hired by the Toronto Transit Commission. Years later, Steve would make history again becoming the first racialized person elected as Deputy Mayor for the Town of Shelburne.
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307
May
15
2022
Sunday | 4:00PM
Women in Finance: Empowering Women with Laura Martin & Mealica Smith
Empowering women is essential to the health and social development of families, communities and countries. When women are living safe, fulfilled and productive lives, they can reach their full potential. Learn from speakers Laura Martin and Mealica Smith.
Included with the pass to the #ChangeStartsNow Anti-Racism Summit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/302904765307