Pre-register today for Make the Connection anti-Black racism town hall
Whitby, Ontario – Durham residents are invited to join the conversation on March 18 for Make the Connection: Intention, Impact and Transformation—the Region’s upcoming virtual anti-Black racism town hall.
Regional Chair and CEO John Henry and Durham Region’s Chief Administrative Officer Elaine Baxter-Trahair will join the town hall discussion with panelist and Durham Region’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Allison Hector-Alexander. The town hall will include moderated panel discussions on key themes with guest facilitator and panelists:
- Channon Oyeniran, Vice-President - Ontario Black History Society (facilitator)
- Keishia Facey, RFWC Consulting
- Eleanor McIntosh, Durham Black Educators’ Network
- Nicole Perryman, Ifarada Institute, Kujenga Wellness Project
- Dr. Joseph Smith, Operation Black Vote Canada, Generation Chosen
When: On Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. residents are invited to ask questions, listen in, and join the discussion on how the Region can confront systemic anti-Black racism and journey towards organizational change, equity and inclusion.
Where: The town hall will be held virtually. To pre-register for the event, visit durham.ca/MakeTheConnection. The event will also be streamed online via the Region’s website.
Why: The town hall is a chance for open dialogue and action planning—allowing us to build an anti-racist and inclusive environment. Honest conversations will allow us to ensure that Regional programs and policies can help to dismantle systemic anti-Black racism and mobilize for change.
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