YRAACC Black History Month Event

Students, Parents and Guardians,

The York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities is hosting its 5th annual Black History Month event. This year’s theme is Black Health, Well-Being, and Resilience through Ubuntu – I am because we are. The details are below and within the flyer attached:

Date: Saturday February 19, 2022

Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location: Online Zoom Event

Registration Link:  https://yraaccbhm2022.eventbrite.ca

Guest Speaker: Ginelle Skerritt  (CEO of YRCAS)

  • First Black CEO of YRCAS
  • Public speaker
  • Published author
  • Dedicated to principles of diversity and inclusion
  • Positive Identity and Social Justice

Breakout Sessions and Entertainment:

  • Why Mental and Physical Health Resilience
  • Online Bullying – Social Media Resilience
  • Resilience through Community
  • Financial Resilience
  • Drumming, Poetry, and More