Highly anticipated Jesus Christ Superstar production uses Black Panther Party Chairman Fred Hampton’s story as lens Media coverage: CBC Fresh Air, CBC Black In Canada, CTV Barrie, SesaYArts Magazine, Barrie 360 Podcast, Barrie 360, Simcoe.com, Barrie Today A fresh take on the musical Jesus Christ Superstar begins performances in Barrie on Thursday, November 23, through …
Michèle Newton, a speaker, expert and advocate on inclusion, told Simcoe.com that BIPOC representation in positions of power is crucial. “Getting diversity in positions where they have the opportunity to affect change, systemic change, is really important,” said Newton, who is also a founder and board member of Making Change. “It’s certainly wonderful to celebrate having …
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Last summer, after the murder of George Floyd, Black Lives Matter rallies were held. People from across Simcoe County attended, supporting the Black community. A year later, I’m reflecting on where we are now. Have we made significant shifts in dismantling systemic anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism in our communities? Perspectives on how much has changed …
Black Lives Matter: Are we making progress in the fight against anti-Black racism? Read More »
I’m known for my better together philosophy – building collaborations and partnerships to create social change. This approach has connected me with many like-minded people, including Julie Kumar, a local advocate for diversity and inclusion. Kumar moved to Barrie from India to attend Georgian College in 2006, moved to Toronto, and then relocated to work …
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Listening with true empathy to people’s stories, triumphs and struggles, can change us. We learn that people’s experiences actually are very different from our own. We learn that being different and unique is a strength. We begin to reflect on what we can do differently to make our community more inclusive. Through my work, I …
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Diwali (pronounced “de-VAH-lee”) is one of the most exciting and important annual events for Hindus, Jains and Sikhs around the world. Held Nov. 14, Diwali is known as the festival of lights. It celebrates the victory of light over dark and of good over evil. My Hindu friend, Tia Harish, explained: “Diwali is a religious …
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