BlackLivesMatter

Racism thrives in silence so we must speak out

It is important for us to recognize and talk about race, racism and the Black Lives Matter movement. We all have a role to play in calling out injustice and working towards an equitable world for all.

In the HRCE, we acknowledge and celebrate racial diversity.

Children are not too young to learn about the principles and issues that guide the Black Lives Matter movement. What they do learn, however, should be appropriate for their age and developmental stage. Here are two links to helpful books you can use to aid in this discussion. Also, see the image below, "They're not too young to talk about race!"

This link will bring you to a free equity course for adults. Teachers and parents can effectively model anti-racist behaviours for our young people.

"Five Abilities of Equity Literacy​...

  1. the ability to recognize even the subtlest biases and inequities,

  2. the ability to respond skillfully and equitably to biases and inequities in the immediate term,

  3. the ability to redress biases and inequities by understanding and addressing them at their institutional roots,

  4. the ability to actively cultivate equity by applying an equity commitment to every decision, and

  5. the ability to sustain equity efforts even in the face of discomfort or resistance."


theyre-not-too-young-1.pdf


While having these conversations is very important, so is action to promote peace and social justice. This might include listening to others, signing petitions, attending a rally, donating to charity, words of support and/or advocating and standing up for the dignity of every person.