Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB), in partnership with its Anti-Black Racism and Black Excellence Advisory Committee, is pleased to present the Equity Invitational Learning Series, focused on identifying and removing barriers, and improving student outcomes.
There are three sessions within the series, each featuring a guest speaker presenting on a topic related to equity and achievement.
DCDSB families, staff, students and community members are invited to attend each, or all of the sessions, which are being offered free of charge. Attend in-person for your chance to win a door prize!
Note: The third session of the DCDSB Equity Invitational Learning Series scheduled for Thursday, March 21, 2024, has been postponed. We will be rescheduling this session, and will share further details shortly.
Session One - Deconstructing Anti-Black Racism: Providing Overdue Outcomes for our Kids |
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In this session D. Tyler Robinson, OCT, asked how schools can meaningfully respond to the complex nature and prevalence of anti-Black racism within Ontario’s system of education. His answer? By leaning-into and meeting anti-Black racism head-on, via thoughtful and engaging classroom conversations on the nature of anti-Black racism within our schools and communities.
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Session Two: The Role of Active Allyship in Dismantling Anti-Black Racism in Schools |
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In this session, Allison Hector-Alexander explored the role that allyship can play in promoting successful outcomes for Black students, asking questions such as Who is an ally, Who determines who an ally is? and how does someone become an active ally. She also examined the responsibility of educators, community and Ontario’s education system in dismantling anti-Black racism beyond declarations and performative acts, positing that successful outcomes for Black students are possible by promoting active authentic allyship.
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Session Three: Educate, Empower and Excel: The Impact of Black Leadership in Education |
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In this session Siobhan Wright and Joel Chiutsi will discuss the lack of representation of Black teachers/educators, school administrators and other senior leadership positions in school boards. Through a multi-stakeholder engagement style, Siobhan and Joel will guide a conversation that will help to identify systemic barriers to representation of Black educators in education. The discussion will help to develop practical strategies for promoting equity and inclusion, and improving the experience of Black students in schools.
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