Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues
Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues
The “Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues” project is dedicated to empowering BIPOC youth, families, and allies in Alberta to address systemic discrimination, inequity, and marginalization in education. This initiative focuses on supporting new immigrants, low-income households, hijab-wearing Muslims, neurodivergent individuals, and LGBTQ2S+ students, who often face unique challenges in the education system.
Collaborative Partners:
You will gain first-hand experience by applying knowledge and problem-solving skills while developing self-awareness and immense personal growth through collaboration with peers, project-based mentors, and working with different organizations and professionals in various industries.
- Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues
Empowering BIPOC youth and families to tackle systemic racism in education through advocacy, dialogue, and community action for a more inclusive future.
Project Highlights
- Advocacy Workshops: Equip racialized youth and families with tools to combat racism and systemic inequities.
- Youth-Led Dialogues: Create safe spaces for BIPOC youth to express challenges and collaborate on solutions.
- Community Engagement: Build belonging through listening campaigns and interactive sessions with advocates and allies.
- Collective Action: Develop strategies to address poor educational and economic outcomes for racialized communities.
2021 and 2022 Report & Snapshot
View the full reports and snapshots from 2021 and 2022 below:
Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues Events
Our Schools, Our Future
This project is supported by the Canadian Race and Relationship Foundation (CRRF), helping us create impactful change for BIPOC youth, families, and service providers!
Are you a BIPOC youth, family member, or service provider looking to share your experiences and perspectives on challenges faced in the education system? Join us for an inspiring and action-driven community dialogue where we come together to break barriers, build bridges, and create a brighter future for education.
Your voice matters! Join us for this free event:
Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre, Edmonton
Entry: Free + Food Provided
2025-03-29T15:00
Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues Events
Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues Events
Our Schools, Our Future
Breaking Systemic Barriers for BIPOC Youth in Education Dialogues
Toolkit:
What people say?
Excerpts from testimonials gathered from Skillcity’s programs.
This program helped me to build a great list of resources. It was very well planned and well worth the time investment. I definitely feel more prepared and ready to tackle my next steps in my business venture. Also having these contacts is a great feeling, as it makes me feel like I have a support network already in place and a whole bunch of resources I can use to my benefit!"
Rachael M.
Thursday, August 31, 2021
Before this session, I really hadn't thought about my personal qualities, abilities and talents. Actually, I thought I had no talents at all, but now I see that I have some creative talents. I can now create video game stories with online tools, and even co-create with my friends, even if we can't meet up because of COVID-19. We can actually create video game characters and sell to big companies and make some money. This stuff is really cool."
Femi A.
Thursday, August 25, 2023
"I was really getting bored and frustrated with the rules: 'don't go there', 'social distancing', 'you can't go out with your friends'... so many rules. Now, I have something to do with my friends online, we can create cool fun stuff online, and not have to worry about wearing masks or social distancing. That's what I really like about this Skillcity program.
Gabby A.
Thursday, August 15, 2023
Now I can have a little breather; while my kids are developing new skills and making positive connections at the same time. Wow! what a relief! Thank you Skillcity. I don't want this to end (lol)."
Tee O. (parent)
Thursday, August 15, 2023
