The impetus for this book came when we, three Black Canadian women (Dr. Jean Augustine, Dauna Jones-Simmonds, & Dr. Denise O’Neil Green), were at a breakfast meeting and the question arose, “Where are all the accomplished Black Canadian women?”. We realized that Black Canadian women have had a long history of quiet accomplishment that has, for the … [Read more...] about 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women 2016: The Book
Blog Posts
An Expat’s Experience in Canada – Part III
In this video post, I discuss my experience as a U.S. expatriate living in Toronto, Canada as a Diversity Professional. Inspired by America's recent presidential election and subsequent crash of the Canadian immigration website, I've decided to answer the following questions for my audience: What has it been like to live in Canada as an expat? What's it like to … [Read more...] about An Expat’s Experience in Canada – Part III
Ryerson University’s Soup and Substance Series: Fall 2016
The Division of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at Ryerson University presents the Soup & Substance Series, a series of noon hour moderated panel discussions held at Podium (POD) 250 (unless otherwise noted). While enjoying a warm bowl of soup and refreshments, participants will engage panelists in an open conversation on a range of diversity related … [Read more...] about Ryerson University’s Soup and Substance Series: Fall 2016
“Words Are Things”: The Importance of Naming When Speaking Truth to Power
Like many, I watched Hillary Rodham Clinton accept the nomination of the Democratic National Committee, making her the first woman presidential candidate of a major political party, with a combination of hope, happiness, and pride, but what really resonated with me from her 56-minute speech were the words: “systemic racism”. It happened at about the 51-minute … [Read more...] about “Words Are Things”: The Importance of Naming When Speaking Truth to Power
Honouring Black Canadian Women: A Glittering Ceremony Recognizing Accomplished Black Canadians
(Republished with permission; Some links and text style edits added by The Institutional Diversity Blog) On Thursday, June 16th, 2016, the anticipated book 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women 2016 Edition was launched at a glittering ceremony gala inside The Brighton Convention & Event Centre in Scarborough, Ontario. Over 700 guests were in attendance with special guest … [Read more...] about Honouring Black Canadian Women: A Glittering Ceremony Recognizing Accomplished Black Canadians