TL;DR

This initiative is aimed at non-Indigenous settlers of colour and engages participants in concrete discussions related to a variety of themes such as connecting to homelands, the nuanced experiences and responsibilities of settlers of colour, and the history of colonization and anti-Blackness in Canada.

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Details

This initiative is aimed at non-Indigenous settlers of colour and engages participants in concrete discussions related to a variety of themes such as connecting to homelands, the nuanced experiences and responsibilities of settlers of colour, and the history of colonization and anti-Blackness in Canada.

Concerning Community consists of 6 workshops with 10-15 participants and will run from January – February 2024. Applications will be received through the IYR website. 

To be eligible to participate in this program participants must be:

  • Between the ages of 18-29
  • Self-identify with the term “settler of colour”
  • Currently reside in what is currently known as Canada. 

Youth will receive a $200 honoraria for completing the program.

The program includes an in-depth discussion about the different types of settlers (refugees, migrants, etc.) including a specific examination of Blackness in Canada. Participants will engage in 6 two hour workshops with activities addressing the themes mentioned above, and ongoing journaling. Participants will leave with resources for further development.

 

Workshop topics:

  • Welcome and Defining Terms

  • Reconnecting to your Homeland (Art Based)

  • History of Colonization and Anti-Blackness in Canada

  • Panelists of Indigenous youth – What does tangible solidarity from/with settlers of colour look like?

  • Roles and Responsibilities of Settlers of Colour

  • Debrief and Celebration

For More Information

Farah Talaat

Farah Talaat

https://indigenousyouthroots.ca/staff/farah-talaat

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Solidarity Specialist

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