Though the slave trade was officially abolished in the early 19th century, remnants of slavery can still be felt in today’s landscape....

Emancipation Day in Canada is now official following a unanimous vote by members of parliament in March. Though the federal government is...

I'd like to introduce some of the like-minded, instrumental brands I have partnered with to tell the Tough Convos story. Snkrbox by Jason Burke, creates content for brands, corporations and individuals with a desire to learn about The Black Aesthetic. Currently, while doing his Masters of Inclusive Design at OCAD University , Jason is using his experience overcoming the trauma of being r acially profiled by the Toronto Police Services to continue building a career and a br

Black mental wellness is a neglected but vital issue, especially amidst the uncertainty and hostility engulfing the world today. Multicultural therapy and therapy specifically for Black men and women are needed so they can get the attention they deserve. Table of Contents: Culturally Responsive Therapists Make a Significant Difference Encouraging Conversation Positive Steps Are Being Taken Dealing with the rigours of anti-Black racism and cultural stereotypes can adversely af

Whether we are talking about the arts, sciences, or even the highest level of politics, Black women are excelling as professionals,...

Both in and outside of the Black community, Black mental health isn’t being addressed enough. Inequality, anti-Black racism, and racially motivated violence persist, and these factors adversely affect mental wellness in the Black community, more than people realize. Table of Contents: Black People Deal With Unique Stressors What Impact Does Anti-Black Racism Have On Black Mental Wellness? The Health Iniquities Are Startling How Can Organizations Approach This? Young Black peo

Change comes when you're willing to sacrifice for the collective. And that's exactly what thousands of young Nigerians have been doing on and off for the past 3 years. The last few weeks culminated in a rampant disregard for freedom of speech and peaceful protest. According to Amnesty International , 56 people were killed in a span of 2 weeks of protests at the hands of Nigerian armed forces due to their call to #EndSARS the special police unit known for bribing and brutalizi

In general, science is considered an unbiased study dealing with a body of facts or truths systematically arranged, typically gained through observation and experimentation. Most scientists consider their work and institutions unbiased, yet history demonstrates how scientific practices have been used to justify systemic racism. © Wix Media We are now hearing from Black scientists who have lived in the science community and bore the weight of racial bias, lack of opportunity

"This work is just beginning". The Ontario Ministry of Education must get to work on addressing the systemic racism that plagues our schools