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York University launches first-of-its-kind initiative to address barriers for Black youth across Canada

October 5, 2021anti-racism, Carl James, expert, expert advisory, experts, Faculty of Education, media advisory, RBC, research, students, systemic racism, university, York U, York University, youthlewiskay

National pan-university program backed by $1.2 million from RBC Foundation as part of RBC Future Launch TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2021 – York University is launching a three-year initiative to enhance the representation of Black youth at universities across Canada by supporting upper-year high school students as they plan for their future such as pursuing post-secondary education or work […]

York researchers can discuss impact of anti-Black racism, what needs to change

June 2, 2020anti-racism, Faculty of Health, Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies, Protestssandramc

As anti-Black racism protests rip across North America in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, York University professors can discuss some of the systemic issues that have led to anti-Black racism in Canada and the U.S., its impact and the weaponization of race.