CALL FOR SPEAKERS: Sharing Voices and Shaping Change
The Impact – A Discussion on Black Youth Experiences in BC Schools
“The Impact” Returns:
Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 1st, 2023, when JrBAA proudly hosts its second annual educational seminar, “The Impact.” This dynamic event is a platform amplifying the voices of Black Youth in BC schools, interwoven with an enlightening workshop centred around fostering self-esteem. At the heart of this event is a panel that delves deep into sharing personal encounters with systemic racism within educational institutions.
Raising Our Voices:
We are searching for resilient and passionate youth of African descent aged 15-19, willing to lend their voices to this transformative dialogue. We invite you to share your stories focused on racism, microaggressions, and discrimination encountered in schools. This panel will shape our discussions and foster understanding. Interactive discussions and networking opportunities will follow the panel.
Recognizing the complexities of sharing such lived experiences, we stand committed to providing a supportive environment. Accompanying the panel are two experienced Black Counsellors from Open Mind Counselling, who will both moderate the session and facilitate meaningful conversations.
Join Us in Making an Impact:
For those who feel the call to share their experiences and insights at this vital event, we encourage you to reach out to us at info@jrbaa.org. The voices we bring together will be the catalyst for change, making an indelible impact on the lives of countless others.
A Resource for All:
Parents, guardians, teachers, and administrators are welcome to contact info@jrbaa.org. We are here to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the generous sponsors and partners who make events like “The Impact” possible: Open Mind Counselling, Moving Forward, Save-on-Foods, The United Way, and Global BC. Your support fuels our mission of positive change.
We invite you to be a part of this transformative event, where voices become catalysts for change and where unity and understanding flourish.
With hope and determination,
Teryl Brown
Executive Director & Co-Founder
Jr Black Achievement Awards Society (JrBAA)