Name: Empowering Our Future
Start: 2020-02-28T17:00:00-05:00
End: 2020-02-28T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Dominion-Chalmers United Church

Empowering Our Future

The Afro-Caribbean Mentorship Program (ACMP) is an initiative dedicated to supporting the success of Afro-Caribbean Black (ACB) and other racialized undergraduate and graduate students on campus. We recognize that the experiences of ACB and other racialized minorities are unique due to the potential micro-aggression that they may encounter throughout their academic and professional experiences. Advocating for an inclusive campus is ACMP’s mission while supporting the success of racialized students.Through this mentorship program, participants will be able to: 1) Be able to understand financial literacy 2) Build confidence 3) Enhance social network 4) Be aware of their current behaviours that might make others feel uncomfortable, while being open to change 5) Understand how to access Carleton’s academic resources as a way to better their student experience.

ACMP Carleton

Carleton University’s 2nd Annual 
Black History Month Event 
Honoring Our Past & Empowering Our Future

Dominion-Chalmers United Church

The Afro-Caribbean Mentorship Program in partnership with The Royal Bank of CanadaPresents Empowering Our Future Honouring and paying homage to Afro-Caribbean Black (ACB) Canadians who came before us, and paved the way for many Canadians, is not only showing our appreciation but also acknowledging that their efforts do not go unnoticed. Although the sense of remembering and reflection tends to happen during Black History Month for many Canadians, we should also be diligent to not only focus on our past. Instead, we should be open and willing also to empower ACB Canadians in our contemporary moments, so that they, too, can positively pave the way for ACB Canadians for years to come. Historically, we know Black Canadians, such as Viola Davis, who have made a social impact that many Canadians benefit from today. But, what about our ACB people living now who are also contributing to the social fabric of this country? Lest we forget the ACB Canadians, currently, who are making a positive impact to push the narrative that signifies that ACB people are intelligent, passionate, and creative. For instance, Dr. Ciann Wilson achieved an academic Assistant Professor position at the young age of 28 years. Dr. Wilson’s work intentionally focuses on the improvement of the health and well-being of ACB communities, particularly in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Dr. Ciann Wilson is just one of many ACB community members whose work is important but tends to be under the radar as many Canadian are unfamiliar with her incredible social contributions. Details of the event:On February 28th, 2020, ACMP in partnership with the Royal Bank of Canada, Carleton University and The University of Ottawa will host its second annual, one-day, Black History Month event. The evening’s festivities will celebrate ACB history, while also honouring Black people, currently, who are making outstanding contributions to Canada. Who is this event intended for Carleton University and the University of Ottawa students and faculty,OCDSB and OCSB high school students (parents), teachers and staff Broader Ottawa community members. Broader Montreal and Toronto community membersWe encourage people of all ages and various ethnic backgrounds to attend, as this is a safe and inclusive space! Date and location of the eventWhen: Friday, February 28th, 2020 Where: Dominion Chalmers Centre (355 Cooper St., Ottawa, Ontario)Time of the eventFull course complimentary (FREE) dinner served between 5 pm to 6 pm. Accommodating 200 people.Meat option Vegan/vegetarian option Ticket informationFree event, open to the public!Food tickets: First, 200 people to register will receive a complimentary dinner!Non-food tickets: The Sanctuary in Dominion Chalmers (where the event will be hosted) can accommodate 800 - 1000 guests. Therefore, we can accommodate a large number of guests, at no charge!

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