May is #AsianPacificAmericanHeritageMonth, and we are celebrating the history of Asian Pacific Islanders within the YMCA movement. Did you know that the first Chinese American YMCA was founded in San Francisco in 1911?
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Juneteenth is the nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. While Canada’s version of Juneteenth is technically celebrated on Aug. 1, when emancipation came to the British Empire in 1834, it is important for all Canadians - regardless of racial background - to take time to think about the history of race and race relations. Creating an inclusive society that values allyship and equal rights begins with education. The more knowledgeable we are, the greater our capability to bring forth positive change. Check the link below to access learning resources: https://lnkd.in/e6-mjtG #juneteenth #juneteeth2023 #freedomunleashed #blackhistorymatters #juneteenthcelebration #whatisjuneteenth #freedomday #happyjuneteenth
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Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday. On June 17, 2021, it officially became a federal holiday. #OakMac #OakMacSHRM #SHRM #buildingbettercommunities #Buildingbetterworkplaces #ProfessionalDevelopment #MakeyourMark #drivechange #MISHRM #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #juneteenth #juneteenth2023
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Researcher at Western Sydney University (Challenging Racism Project, Young and Resilient Research Centre). Researcher at Centre for Resilient and Inclusive Societies. Senior Lecturer in Social and Cultural Geography.
Australia's Multicultural Framework is currently under review, and this morning I had the privilege of being invited to provide academic insights on how the government, academia, and the community can work together to support a cohesive multicultural society and advance a vibrant and prosperous future for all Australians. Of course, the panel of invited academics could have talked all day about the research we have dedicated our working lives to - but we only had 1.5hrs! Some of the points I raised were: 1) Racism and its intersection with other forms of discrimination remains a key barrier to multiculturalism. There needs to be continued investment (and govt buy-in) in robust research that contributes to our understanding of racism, how it shifts and changes over time and place, where and how it occurs, and what its impacts are. Any anti-racism policy or intervention must simultaneously be informed by robust research and evaluation. 2) Australian's distrust (or wariness) in key institutions such as govt, media, courts and police is another key barrier to social cohesion and successful multiculturalism. Our research shows correlations between distrust in institutions and anti-divesity sentiment. Building trust in public institutions is therefore in need of urgent attention. 3) Research on multiculturalism and related areas (racism, trust etc) needs to be accessible and widely available for use by policy makers, community organisations, researchers, media, and other stakeholders. 4) Language and terminology is key. Far too often have I seen "multicultural Australia" be a synonymn for "migrant Australia" - more specifically migrants from particular parts of the world. Similarly, 'multicultural communities' and 'diverse communities' have become racialised phrases. The multicultural framework is for ALL Australians as we ALL contribute to the multicultural/diverse community that is Australia. Shifting to more inclusive discourse while acknowledging our differing needs and responsibilities within the framework will help us create a more socially just society. So on that note, I encourage you to make a submission on the Multicultural Framework Review. The Review Panel wants to hear YOUR ideas and experiences about what is working well and what could be better, and what is important to you. Submissions are open to any organisation or member of the public and will inform the findings and recommendations presented in the final report to the Australian Government. Challenging Racism Project Centre for Resilient and Inclusive Societies (CRIS) https://lnkd.in/gaBw5rcS
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February is Americanism Month, the perfect time to reflect on what it means to be an American and foster Americanism through such ways as cultivating youth development and educational development, and promoting citizenship and community service. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gVp2tfTv. #AmericanismMonth
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May marks the observance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. During this period, AAE recognizes accomplished speakers who champion equality and dignity for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Explore some of these influential voices. #AAPIHM #AANHPI #AAE #SpeakersBureau #EventProfs
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Rinku Mankhin of YMCA Bangladesh shares his transformative journey in our latest blog post. A YMCA Change Agent, Rinku explains how each 'experience has carved a path toward understanding, empathy, and tireless pursuit of peace'. 👉 Read the article: https://bit.ly/3OyHEoP Mankhin Rinku
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In honor of #AANHPI Month, we celebrate the contributions and cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. #JoinTeamBC and learn more about how we advance diversity and inclusion: http://ow.ly/ysqz50OAbOo #AANHPIHeritageMonth
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Servant | Transdisciplinary International Polymath Leader in Gender/Human/Repro Rights | Thought Leader | Academician
Our final event for the week is here… The Federation of International Gender and Human Rights (FIGHR.org) and Harbor Heritage University (HHU) will salute the #Royals of the world by speaking about this very unique demographic of our society. As we know, there are no NEW royals, in the world, but there ARE royal empires, that have been lost to the TransAtlantic Slave Trade, and by the attempts to erase history of the African continent. So what does that mean, when families decide to continue their legacy of Royalty and social affluence? What does that hold as far as accountability, responsibility, and the service of benevolence, for their constituents? We will get into all of those questions, and many more as we raise the voice of those entrusted to be leaders in a Royal Capacity. Here is the link for tomorrow’s session: Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 10AM EST https://lnkd.in/eUFADDEQ
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Today is the first day of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islander Americans and their influence on our culture and nation. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gnD-C9q. #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DEI #ForwardThinking
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