Are you curious or interested in learning more about your family history and your ancestors? Black History is Family History! Learn the basics of genealogical research, special considerations for tracing African Caribbean family history, and some free and fee-based tools and resources to help start your research. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have […]
This event will be hosted by York Universities’ Black Excellence team. The purpose of this event is to celebrate and highlight the diverse African diasporic languages that have deeply influenced Western subcultures. Through highlighting the rich linguistic heritage and its impact on music, fashion, art, and everyday language, we aim to foster a greater understanding […]
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion in honour of Black History Month, where Black athletes from York University share their personal journeys and challenges. Through their stories, the panel aims to celebrate resilience, foster motivation, and highlight the intersection of identity and sports. This event welcomes all communities, offering valuable insights for aspiring Black […]
The Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community, and Diaspora presents WORD, SOUND, POWER: An Annual Black History Month Celebration! This year’s theme, “Past, Present & Future,” honours Black culture’s rich history, present, and promising future and achievements. AGENDA: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (Welcome Reception) 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (Performances) Featured Performances: Talented students and professional […]
This session will follow the birth and development of anti-Black racism both globally and locally, and the historic and ongoing efforts to dismantle it. Through case studies and scenarios, participants will be offered tools and examples of how to respond to anti-Black racism in effective and sustainable ways. Register on YU Learn: yulearn.yorku.ca/local/yulearn/learning_opportunity.php?id=1602
Join our upcoming Mentor Circle session featuring Fikayo Aderoju (BA ‘22) as he shares his experiences as a Black International York U alumnus, and mentors you on: Marketing yourself Making connections and networking Charting your own path Fikayo is an award-winning entrepreneur who has reached over 10 million individuals on various media platforms. He is […]
The Harriet Tubman Institute for Research on Africa & its Diasporas is set to commence Black History Month with an inspiring Opening Ceremony on Feb. 1 at their Resource Centre located at 314 York Lanes. This year’s theme, “Black Educators and Black Education,” will be celebrated through a series of events, starting with a reception […]
As part of Black History Month, the York University Black Alumni Network (YUBAN) invites members of the Black YU community to a discussion about finances with Reni Odetoyinbo (BBA ’19). As part of the discussion, she will provide strategies, tools, and resources that can be used to build wealth and plan for the future. Reni […]
The Global Health Students’ Association is hosting a virtual EDI panel event to celebrate Black History Month! We hope you will join us to engage in open and informal conversations with Global Health professionals (and professionals in related fields) about equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), past successes, and future efforts to decolonize Global Health. Email […]
Celebrating Black History Month through the stories of Black families throughout history. Come by to view the Black Family History Gallery, create beaded accessories and enjoy cake.