Exploring equity, social justice and community safety with a humanistic lens
From 1930s to 1950s, a group of Canadians took racism to court. It was the beginning of the struggle for Black civil rights. The 6 people who refused to accept inequality include Viola Desmond and Fred Christie. These are the brave pioneers who are thought to have secured justice for all Canadians. The disparity and inequity around …
Abid Jan A bank account for any organization is a must-have, and non-profits are no exception. However, recently some major banks in Canada have told an increasing number of Muslim charities to find new homes. The unfair scrutiny by the banks is just one aspect of the lack of integration of the Muslim charities in …
In 1991, the Economist magazine reported the problem of race as one of “shattered dreams.” 1n 1992, Thurgood Marshall said: “wish I could say that racism and prejudice were only distant memories, but as I look around I see that even educated whites and African American…have lost hope in equality,” in 1992. These statements are …
Racism actively contributed to the development of our systems of ownership, employment, health care, education, and nearly every other aspect of our lives. History has taught us that eliminating discriminatory laws alone won’t be enough to bring about true justice. These previous policies shaped our society and established ingrained habits and behaviours that can only …
The pandemic has highlighted the importance of collective action and exposed how existing systems nourish politics of exclusion in which people are treated as disposable. In this broader ecosystem of societal transformation, Canadian philanthropy is on a path toward a “just transition” that requires more deliberate efforts to abandon false hierarchies and co-construct new visions …
Increasingly, funders who consider themselves “progressive” are leaning into social justice frameworks in their grantmaking. But what does that mean, and how can foundations adopt social justice philanthropy practices more intentionally? Social Justice Philanthropy is catching up. Here is a very thoughtful and impressive “Putting Equity First” strategic framework (https://lnkd.in/eHqquVKK ) by The Funders Network (https://lnkd.in/eyk5QGFH) …
A fascinating read: Building equity is now a prerequisite for Collective Impact work. It might sound like a new development. Regardless of our simple approaches to community impact in the past and our research-based, data-driven, refined work of today, one thing that stands out as common is that, knowingly or unknowingly, we have been addressing inequity. …
Today, August 23, 2022 is the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. This day is observed in memory of all victims of the slave trade and also aspires to promote critical examinations of such behaviors and mindset that has lead to modern forms of systemic racism, exploitation and inequity. …
The Hollyer House in Bells Corners is a compelling example of how this can work. It’s a community hub set to feature mixed-use affordable housing, community programming, a food cupboard and a women’s shelter. Author of the article: Abid Jan Published Jun 15, 2022 • Last updated 7 months ago • 3 minute read As we begin to emerge from two crushing …