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Survey: Duty to Report
If you have experience working in a role where you have a duty to report (i.e. working with children, youth, or parents), you are invited to complete an anonymous survey to support a research project to help improve understanding and practices around mandated reporting. This research is being conducted by Heather Bergen, Vanier Scholar and… View Article
March 8, 2024
Canadian-Born Black Populations: Educational Attainment and Earnings
This infographic was created by Statistics Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS INFOGRAPHIC: This study uses the 2021 Census to describe the educational attainment and earnings of the Canadian-born Black population, focusing on three groups: those with at least one African-born parent (African-origin); those with at least one Caribbean-born parent (Caribbean-origin); and those whose… View Article
March 6, 2024
Social Worker Job Opportunities!
During #SocialWorkWeek WoodGreen Community Services is highlighting the work of Ontario’s 28,000 social workers and social service workers. In light of this, there are several open positions for Social Workers to join their team! Read each job posting description (here) for more information, especially under the heading ‘Community Care’.
Ubuntu: Healing Black Mental Health through Africentric Care
As part of Black Mental Health Week, you are invited to join Strides Toronto: Ubuntu: Healing Black Mental Health through Africentric Care Led by Registered Social Workers & Mental Health Therapists Amma Gyamfowa & Simone Donaldson African, Caribbean and Black identified communities across Canada hold rich histories, robust knowledge, systems of care and practices… View Article
Tags: african canadian, Black communities, black mental health
March 4, 2024
Equitable Approaches to Supporting the Learning Needs of Neurodivergent Youth
Our Evidence Briefs outline practices that can be integrated into program design, development, and evaluation. Visit our Good Youth Work Practices section to learn more! This Evidence Brief defines the term neurodivergent and summarizes three key messages and three equitable approaches to supporting the learning needs of neurodivergent youth.
Tags: equitable education, learning needs, neurodivergent, neurodiversity, pedagogy
Access to Social Services & Mental Health for Black Youth and Community
Join CEE Centre For Young Black Professionals to learn about accessing social services and mental health resources specifically tailored for Black youth and the community! This in-person event aims to shed light on important resources and support available. Let’s come together, share experiences, and learn how to navigate these essential services. Don’t miss out… View Article
Growing Mental Health Concerns among South Asian Children & Youth
Join Taylor-Massey & Oakridge Community Response Team (TMOCRT) in a face-to-face event tackling the rising mental health worries among South Asian kids & teens, because their well-being matters! Free admission! Date and time: Friday, March 1, 2024 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (EST) Location: Crescent Town Club, The Market Place, East York, ON, Canada… View Article
Tags: BIPOC youth, mental health awareness, mental health supports, south asian
February 28, 2024
Wanasah Black History Month event celebrating Mental Wellness!
Join Wanasah for its long awaited Black History Month event celebrating Mental Wellness together! When: Thursday, February 29, 2024, 4-6:30 PM (EST) Where: Regent Park Community Centre FREE SNACKS Gift Bags for the FIRST 50 Attendees! Click (here) for more information!
Tags: Black communities, Black History Month, Black youth mental health, mental health awareness
Employment Opportunities at CTYS
The Central Toronto Youth Services (CTYS) has exciting job opportunities and there is an extensive recruitment campaign aimed at finding qualified candidates for the following roles: Manager, Client Services- Pride & Prejudice; 2SLGBTQIA+ Program 0.8 FTE (28hours a week) Position: Permanent Management Role Positions available: 1 Youth and Family Counsellor, Community Outreach Full Time (35… View Article
Tags: community justice, Counselling, Hiring, job opportunity, Mental Health
Housing Bursary available
YOUth Belong is an inter-dependent living program for Black youth age 16-24 experiencing homelessness or precarious living. YOUth Belong utilizes an Afrocentric model that centres the identity and intersectionality of Black youth, while housing young people in community-based, inter-dependent scattered housing and Eva’s managed properties across the city. The mandate of the YOUth Belong program… View Article
February 23, 2024
Apprenticeship Session: Let’s Unleash Your Inner Skilled Trades Superstar!
Let’s Unleash Your Inner Skilled Trades Superstar! Join us with Apprentice Search– a free online job search and matching platform with an exclusive focus on apprenticeship trade positions in Canada & Trading Up In Trades-a not-for-profit organization located in the GTA serving Black Youth and Black Contractors within the Construction Trades Industry. Is an Apprenticeship Your… View Article
Tags: ApprenticeJourney, Apprenticeships, BuildingSkills, LearnWhileYouEarn
Passion and Resistance in Youth Work Research: For Grad Students
Join us for this engaging and interactive workshop designed for graduate students with an interest in critical youth studies and/or youth work. Organized by Adrienne Young, Ph.D. Student at York University and YouthREX Research Assistant, the workshop will feature Dr. Tania de St Croix, renowned critical youth studies and youth work scholar, author, youth worker,… View Article
Tags: community-based response, critical youth work, data collection, graduate studies, knowledge translation, Research, youth participatory action research, youth work research, youth work studies
February 22, 2024
Unique Stories: A Disability-Led Theatre Piece
Join us at the Centre for Social Innovation – Spadina (192 Spadina Avenue, Toronto) to hear the captivating, unique stories of young, disabled artists shared through song, puppetry, dance, comedy, and more. Stay afterwards for a talk back to share ideas about how these folk can amplify their message. There will be food, as well… View Article
Tags: live music, live theatre, music, performance, storytelling, youth living with a disability
February 21, 2024
Black In Policy: Celebrating Excellence and Addressing Challenges
Join The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University for the second annual Black In Policy event on Tuesday, February 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM! Black in Policy, hosted by the Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University, is an in-person and live-streamed panel event showcasing the work and experiences of individuals of Black and African heritage in… View Article
Tags: Black communities, Black History Month, Networking, policy
Scarborough Celebrates Black History Month 2024
Join Scarborough MPPs for this Black History Month celebration. Expect to see special guests, performances, Meet ‘n Greet and more! In the spirit of this year’s theme “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; a Future to Build”, you are invited to join Dr. Raymond Cho (Member of Provincial Parliament, Scarborough North) and Scarborough Caucus colleagues,… View Article
Tags: Black History Month, celebrate
February 20, 2024
Self-Care in the Black Community Course
The Collaborative Learning College at CAMH is hosting a Self-Care in the Black Community course! This course will explore the intersection of Blackness, self-care and mental health. We will unpack systemic challenges, including employment disparities and racism, while highlighting the unique mental health issues facing Black communities. The course aims to breakdown stigma and offer… View Article
Black Girls Drop Zone: Program for Black Girls to Elevate and Build Strong Foundations
Limited Spaces Available! Reserve Your Spot Today! Calling all Black girls aged 14-18! Join us for a workshop series designed just for you. Together, we’ll cultivate a space to enhance your well-being, nurture mental health, a journey of self-discovery and growth. Here’s what you can expect: March 4-Being Me-How to embrace and celebrate your unique… View Article
February 15, 2024
Find Your Path:Identify Personal Strengths to Advocate For Gender Justice
Find Your Path:Identify Personal Strengths to Advocate For Gender Justice is live for registration on Eventbrite! The workshop will be held virtually on Monday, February 26 at 4pm PST/7pm EST. This workshop is targeted to young advocates at the secondary and postsecondary levels, to assist them in discovering and leveraging their resources, capacities, values, and interests to conduct effective gender… View Article
Tags: gender justice, Workshop
February 14, 2024
Experiences Canada’s 2024 Winter Program
Our PD Conference June 7-9, 2024, in Ottawa, Ontario, Learning by Adventure, features a full agenda of practical sessions and inspiring speakers; there is still time to take advantage of our early bird pricing! Our 2024 National Hybrid Youth Forum on Reconciliation is now accepting applicants from youth ages 15-18. This unique blend of virtual webinars… View Article
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Free Course and Access to IBM Skillsbuild for Youth
“Unconscious Bias – What is it and how can you manage it?” This course offers valuable insights and practical strategies to recognize and mitigate unconscious bias, equipping youth with the knowledge and tools to promote diversity and inclusion in their personal and professional lives. We believe that providing access to quality education and skill-building opportunities… View Article
FIFSW Alumni Association Event Series 2023-2024: Healing through Afrocentric Care with Amma Gyamfowa
We are looking forward to our next lecture in the 2023-2024 Event Series, presented by the FIFSW Alumni Association, where we will be joined by Amma Gyamfowa, BSW, MSW, RSW in a talk titled, “Healing Through Afrocentric Care: Foundations of Afrocentric Care and its Impact on Black Communities and Practitioners” About the Speaker: Amma Gyamfowa is a Ghanaian-Canadian… View Article
Tags: Black communities, Lecture, Online
Frontlines Black History Month Event
On Thursday, February 29 from 5-8 PM (EST), join Weston Frontlines Centre to celebrate the rich heritage and achievements of Black individuals with a captivating in-person event with free food and live performances. Come join us for a captivating celebration of Black history at the Artscape Weston Commons! This in-person event will transport you through… View Article
Youth Engagement & Empowerment Event!
Canadian Race Relations Foundation & Wisdom Embassy Church are hosting a Youth Engagement & Empowerment event! The program centers on cross-cultural mentorship and youth-led dialogue. It includes workshops, cultural exchange sessions, and community-building events. Mentorship activities involve youth from diverse backgrounds sharing experiences, insights, and skills to foster intercultural understanding. The youth will gain… View Article
Tags: empowerment, helping toronto youth, mentorship
February 13, 2024
Wellbeing Conference: Applications Now Open!
South Asian & Tamil Women’s Collective is excited to be hosting their biggest wellbeing conference for over a 100 young South Asian and Tamil women + gender diverse communities (ages 15 to 30) at the Marriott Hotel in Markham on Saturday, March 23rd. This year’s event will include interactive speakers and workshops, a resource and job… View Article
February 9, 2024
Homelessness in Hiding: Our Youth Between the Cracks
This podcast is produced by the Restoration in Empowerment for Social Transition (REST) Centres. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS PODCAST: This podcast discusses youth homelessness in our communities and the people on the frontlines fighting against it. The mission of REST Centres is to help raise BIPOC youth out of housing insecurity in Peel Region…. View Article
Youth Engagement to Achieve Health Equity: Are Healthcare Organizations and Leaders Prepared?
YouthREX Research Summaries ask Just Six Questions of research publications on key youth issues. These summaries get at what the youth sector needs to know in two pages or less! 1. What is the research about? Racialized youth experience significant health disparities across a range of outcomes. The onset of COVID-19 further exacerbated health inequities, exposing racialized… View Article
Tags: adultism, health equity, youth advisory council, youth engagement, youth participatory action research
A Conversation on Evaluation in Ontario’s Youth Sector
This webinar was hosted by YouthREX, in partnership with the Youth Opportunities Fund at Ontario Trillium Foundation. HERE’S HOW THE HOSTS DESCRIBE THIS WEBINAR: So often, we hear folks say, “Ugh, we hate evaluation!”, and we understand why! Evaluation can feel confusing, like extra work, disconnected from supporting youth and driven by misplaced accountability. But it doesn’t have… View Article
Tags: Evaluation, evaluation equity, youth program evaluation, youth sector evaluation
Black Youth Can – Networking Mixer
Join us for an exciting evening of networking and connection at the Black Youth Can – Networking Mixer! This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity for young black individuals to meet, network, and exchange ideas in a relaxed and informal setting. Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2024 Time: 6 PM – 9PM Location: 114 Richmond St…. View Article
Tags: Black youth, mentorship, Networking
February 7, 2024
Impact Youth – Calling All Young Leaders and Youth Allies!
EVENT DETAILS: Are you a leader and want to see the best in our next gen youth? Be a part of Impact Youth, an initiative to highlight youth entrepreneurship and champion for youth issues with Immigrant Women in Business and Growing Purposeful Leaders. On Friday, February 23 from 4-4:30 PM (EST), join a virtual panel… View Article
Tags: empowerment, entrepreneurship, immigrant, International Women's Day
Future of the North
This podcast is produced by Future North. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS PODCAST: Our podcast is a platform to amplify youth voices and further our mission of engaging youth to create change in our community. You will hear from all kinds of journeys and lived experiences. The pilot episode features Tanya Quesnel, one of… View Article
Black Youth Fellowship Launch 2024
Join Urban Alliance on Race Relations (UARR) to celebrate the launch of its new Black Youth fellowship cohort! In honour of Black History Month, UARR invites you to join us at our upcoming Black Youth Fellowship Launch event taking place on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 from 6 PM to 8 PM at City Hall (Committe… View Article
Tags: Black youth, empowerment, helping Black youth, helping toronto youth
February 6, 2024
Customized Evaluation Supports (CES): Ontario Program Profiles 2015-2017
This report was published by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This report compiles Customized Evaluation Supports (CES) profiles of programs from across Ontario that YouthREX worked with from 2015-2017.
February 2, 2024
An Evaluation of the Advancing Equity, Building Youth Capacity Certificate For Youth Workers: A Program of the Transformative Community Education Network
This report was published by the Applied Social Welfare Research and Evaluation Group, York University. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This report presents findings of the evaluation of the professional development certificate Advancing Equity, Building Youth Capacity, developed by the Transformative Community Education Network (TCEN) for frontline youth workers and direct services workers… View Article
An Evaluation of Cannabis and Youth – A Certificate for Youth Workers
This report was published by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This report describes the findings of an exploratory evaluation of Cannabis and Youth: A Certificate for Youth Workers – a free online certificate collaboratively developed by Strides Toronto and YouthREX as part of the Cannabis Education Project funded by the Ontario Ministry of… View Article
Youth Sport Summit
The Centre for Healthy Youth Development through Sport, in partnership with YouthREX, is proud to host our first ever Youth Sport Summit. We look forward to welcoming you to Brock University’s campus on April 24th! Aligning with our theme of “Learn, Connect, Move!”, we invite post-secondary students, academics, community members, and professionals involved in youth sport… View Article
Tags: knowledge exchange, physical activity, physical education, sports, team sport, youth sports
PowerUp! Symposium
One Vision One Voice is thrilled to announce the fifth edition of the PowerUp! symposium. PowerUp! is for Black-identifying children and youth who are in care or actively involved with an Indigenous Child and Family Well-Being Agency or a Children’s Aid Society in Ontario. Youth participants must be connected to a worker at a CAS… View Article
Tags: Black Families, Black youth, child welfare, equity, equity deserving families, inclusion, social justice
Creating Safer Schools for 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth: Free Professional Development (until March 31)
Creating Safer Schools for 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth is a free professional development opportunity for teachers, staff, and administrators. Wisdom2Action is a consulting firm with a social enterprise commitment that works with non-profit and governmental organizations as well as other businesses to facilitate positive change and strengthen communities. They provide many services specializing in community engagement, creative… View Article
Tags: 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, capacity building, education, equity, inclusion, professional development
Building Bridges free Program for Parents of Afro-Caribbean descent and their children
Heritage Skills Development Centre (HSDC) invites you to embark on a transformative journey with our free workshop series, aimed at strengthening the bonds between Afro-Caribbean parents and their children. ️ Starting Date: February 8, 2024 Time: Thursdays, 4 pm – 6 pm Location: 2387 Eglington Avenue East, Scarborough, M1K 2M5 (Kennedy and Eglinton) Immerse yourself in sessions covering: Improving… View Article
February 1, 2024
Olympic Basketball Clinic
Team Canada Basketball athlete and 2x Olympian Nirra Fields has launched an Olympic basketball clinic for young girls and female-identifying youth. The goal is to grow opportunities for young girls and female-identifying youth in sports and empower youth through sports. The Basketball Clinic is open to youth of all backgrounds and skill levels, beginners to… View Article
Six Factors to Support the Mental Health & Resilience of Refugee Youth Experiencing Homelessness
This factsheet was created by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: This factsheet was developed from “Perspectives of refugee youth experiencing homelessness: A qualitative study of factors impacting mental health and resilience” (2022) by Bushra M. Khan, Jordana Waserman, and Mitesh Patel in Frontiers in Psychiatry. Due to high rates of harmful and even… View Article
January 31, 2024
Here are some dos and don’ts to help tackle ableism
When we met each other in Grade 11 in Alberta, we were far from the typical high school success story. Heidi has cerebral palsy and was seen as too disabled for regular schools, and Michelle was a chronic truant and an activist. Soon, we became friends and made a pact to get our doctorates, which… View Article
Tags: ableism, critical youth work, disability, social justice, youth living with a disability
Solutions Lab
Join us at the Plan International Canada Solutions Lab, where we will gather to brainstorm and collaborate on innovative ideas to promote the right to education for refugee and internally displaced children around the world. Supported by Global Affairs Canada, this hybrid event gives you the option to join in person at Plan International Canada located… View Article
Tags: design day, design jam, design thinking, youth engagement
January 30, 2024
Black Student Mental Health Symposium Gathering & Round Table Discussion
Join us for a participative event on anti-Black racism and mental health, led by Equity, Diversity and Inclusion expert Marie Dasylva. This event aims to teach coping strategies and empower Black students, faculty, and staff to combat discrimination, microagressions, and racism in academia and other professional settings. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to… View Article
Tags: academia, anti-Black racism, Black youth, Black youth mental health, education system, post-secondary education
January 29, 2024
What It Means To Be a Muslim Youth in Canada: A Scoping Review of Empirical Studies
Our thematic analysis of the academic literature on Canadian Muslim youth aims to identify and describe the factors which contribute to the construction of identity among Muslim youth in Canada and make some research and policy recommendations to address this issue. In this review, we responded to the following questions: What is the current research… View Article
January 26, 2024
Examining Youth Sector Stakeholders’ Experiences in an Online Program Evaluation Certificate
Evaluation is a critical skill for practitioners, yet many youth workers lack sufficient training. The current study examined youth sector stakeholders’ experiences in an online program evaluation certificate. A total of 233 participants from six cohorts (i.e., three years) completed pre- and post-certificate surveys measuring their satisfaction and learnings from the certificate. Results revealed that… View Article
Improving Youth Service Navigation: A Guide for Community Organizations
This toolkit was developed by Tamarack Institute. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Navigating the web of social services for youth can be challenging, and the Tamarack Institute has identified this as a common barrier for young people in this country. Our mission is to empower communities, youth organizations, municipalities, governments, young individuals, and… View Article
A Resident Engagement Workshop Toolkit: Exploring Power, Participation, Communication & Decision-Making
This toolkit was developed by the Toronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy Advisory Group and Social Planning Toronto. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This resource for community leaders and facilitators is a collaborative project by members of the Toronto Strong Neighbourhoods Strategy (TSNS) Advisory Group and Social Planning Toronto (SPT). This toolkit is the outcome… View Article
“I Feel Like I Was Targeted:” Black Youth Navigating Policing in Ontario, Canada
YouthREX Research Summaries ask Just Six Questions of research publications on key youth issues. These summaries get at what the youth sector needs to know in two pages or less! 1. What is the research about? Racialized communities, particularly those that are Black and Indigenous, are disproportionately represented in the Canadian criminal justice system. Encounters with police… View Article
Tags: adultification, anti-Black racism, Black youth, Black youth mental health, criminal justice, police, policing, youth justice
From Crisis into Capacity: Final Report on Findings from Recent Research on E-Mentoring
This report was published by MENTOR. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: E-mentoring has, until recently, constituted a fairly small niche of the programmatic mentoring landscape. But nothing has spurred the adoption of virtual mentoring services more than the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the spring of 2020. Almost overnight, the nation’s mentoring… View Article
January 25, 2024
Beyond Knowledge: Preparing Students for an Uncertain Future
This report was published by the Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This paper outlines an emerging vision, rooted in common aspirations shared in recent conversations across the Ontario Education Partner Discussion Table, and system priorities that education partners have identified to realize this emerging vision. Education Partner… View Article
Supporting Youth Experiencing Technology-Facilitated Sexual Violence
This report was published by the Learning Network. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The internet is a space in which youth (ages 13 to 29) connect with others, express themselves, and assert themselves. But the internet feels less safe to some young people. Sometimes unwanted sexual comments or images, exposure to racist or… View Article
Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence Among Young People: Synthesizing the Research to Promote Digital Safety in Canada
This report was published by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) is becoming increasingly common among Canada’s young people, evidencing the need to better understand the nature, frequency, impact, and response to this issue. In response,… View Article
Responding to Critical Incidents of Sexual Violence at Post-Secondary Institutions
This toolkit was developed by Courage to Act, led by Possibility Seeds. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Strong communication is so important in coordinating prevention and response efforts around gender-based violence (GBV). This workbook is designed to assist in creating a well-planned response to a critical incident and details the steps for the… View Article
Workshop Invitation: Finding Your Path – Identify Personal Strengths to Advocate for Gender Justice
“Finding Your Path: Identify Personal Strengths to Advocate For Gender Justice” is a workshop crafted to empower advocates at the secondary and post-secondary levels. Our focus is on helping participants discover and harness their skills and resources for effective gender justice advocacy. In the context of our workshop, “gender justice advocacy” encompasses issues affecting women,… View Article
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COMMUNITY PROGRAM EVALUATOR
Blackstone Foundation Library (BFL) A non-profit organization committed to empowering families by ensuring they are accurately represented in their educational materials and solidifying a more positive self-image by fostering cultural education through literacy and culturally specific programming. Our Philosophy: We have come to the undeniable truth that knowledge is power, however, our community Knowledge of… View Article
January 23, 2024
Black Leadership & Recognition Breakfast Event
You are invited to join United Way Greater Toronto and the Federation of Black Canadians for our Black Leadership & Recognition Breakfast Event, celebrating the International Decade for People of African Descent (2015-2024), a cause recognized by the government of Canada in 2018. During this breakfast event, we will explore the theme: Beyond the Decade:… View Article
Tags: Black communities, Black organizations, community event
January 19, 2024
Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund
Through the Indigenous Youth & Community Futures Fund (IYCFF), the Laidlaw Foundation invests in opportunities for Indigenous youth to connect with their land, languages, and cultures, and each other. We want to support change-makers to engage in acts of decolonization, nation and community building, and cultural resurgence. More specifically, the IYCFF grants are for Indigenous… View Article
Lead with Pride: Best Practices for Advancing 2SLGBTQIA+ Leadership
This report was published by Pride at Work Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: In collaboration with our community and partners, Pride at Work Canada undertook a study on 2SLGBTQIA+ senior and executive leadership across multiple industries and sectors — the first study of its kind in Canada. Lead with Pride: Best Practices… View Article
January 18, 2024
Guidance for Conducting Trauma-and Violence-Informed Programs During a Pandemic, Natural Disaster, Crisis, or Other Emergency Situation
This toolkit was developed by the Centre for Research & Education on Violence against Women & Children, Western University. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: This guidance document has been developed for practitioners conducting community-based intervention programs during a crisis with individuals who have experienced gender-based violence (GBV). Economic, epidemiological, and environmental crises such… View Article
David Delisca – Spoken Word Performance
This video was produced by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS VIDEO: David Delisca performed during an online Teach-In hosted by YouthREX on December 7, 2023. David, born in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, raised in West Palm Beach, Florida, and residing in Scarborough, is a writer, poet, actor and humorist. A versatile artist, he uses stories… View Article
Tags: change-making, transformation, youth engagement, youth leadership
For Us, By Us: An Africentric Social Work Lens to Nurturing Black Youth
There is an urgent need to design programs and supports that centre and nurture Black youth through a culturally-responsive, Africentric lens. Join Amma Gyamfowa for an exploration of the holistic impact of Africentric social work and community programming on Black youth and families. Walk away with a deeper knowledge and understanding of the impact and… View Article
Tags: Black youth, Black youth mental health, Centering Black Youth Wellbeing, social work
ISCBC Healthy Habitats Community Service Grants Program
Do you know or work with youth who have innovative ideas to benefit the environment or their community? The Invasive Species Council of BC Healthy Habitats Community Service Grants program is accepting applications from youth across Canada, aged 15-30, for micro-grants of up to $5,000. Recipients will be supported in implementing their project with mentorship, professional… View Article
Tags: microgrant, social action project, youth-led, youth-led organizing
Future-Proofing Our Youth
Youth were hit hard by COVID. Virtual school and physical distancing prevented them from developing key social skills and took a toll on their mental health. And the truth is: They haven’t recovered. But there is hope and a clear ask of all of us—especially employers. Youth are considering entrepreneurship as a way to future-proof… View Article
Tags: entrepreneurship, Youth Employment
Call for Youth with Physical Disabilities: Let’s Make Sex Education Inclusive for Everyone
Sex education matters for everyone, so help us make sure it’s right for everyone. Tell us what you think of sex education resources developed for disabled youth. Wisdom2Action is partnering with Sex Information & Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN) and looking for youth with physical disabilities to help ensure the sexual health education resources that… View Article
Sport-for-Development, Critical Pedagogy and Marginalised Youth: Engagement, Co-Creation and Community Consciousness
The principles of critical pedagogy proposed by Paolo Freire have been widely cited as presenting the necessary intellectual tools to underpin sport-based programmes that are targeted towards marginalised groups. Yet, despite the widespread advocacy for Freire’s educational philosophy, to date there have been few attempts to present theoretical articulations of how these pedagogical principles might… View Article
January 16, 2024
2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming and Equitable Teaching & Learning Practices
This factsheet was created by PREVNet. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: This tipsheet outlines how harnessing queer- and trans-informed knowledge and resources can be used to deliver equitable curricula. Developed with guidance and support from the Community of Pratice 2SLGBTQIA+ Strengthening Connections Group.
#BlockHate – Centering Survivors and Taking Action on Gendered Online Hate in Canada: National Report
This report was published by YWCA Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The Government of Canada has made a commitment to introduce a regulatory framework for online safety. Access to and safety of online environments are key dimensions of gender equity. Through research with young women and gender diverse youth across Canada, YWCA… View Article
Sankofa Focused Healing: Mental Health & Black Youth in the Justice System
This online workshop in collaboration with Sankofa Psychotherapy & Consultancy Group will explore practice strategies for supporting the mental health of Black youth in the justice system. Registration is free but spots are limited! Click on the Learn More link for more details and to register!
Tags: Black youth mental health, Centering Black Youth Wellbeing, youth justice
A Conversation on Evaluation in Ontario’s Youth Sector
We’re excited to host this interactive webinar with the Youth Opportunities Fund. Join our guests to discuss how youth programs can leverage evaluation in working towards better outcomes for youth. What works? What needs to be improved upon? What does the future of evaluation look like for the youth-serving sector? Send in your questions and Ask… View Article
Tags: Evaluation, Program Evaluation
Job Opportunities: Visions of Science is Hiring!
Visions of Science is a charitable organization that provides equitable access to meaningful STEM opportunities for youth from low-income and racialized communities, and they are hiring! They are currently looking for individuals who possess skills and experiences in STEM, Education, Fundraising, and/or Communications. Winter / Summer Programs Program Facilitators, STEM Academy (click here) Deadline to… View Article
Tags: communications, fundraising, helping ontario youth, Jobs, marketing, program administration, program facilitation, STEM
January 15, 2024
Adopting a Mentoring Mindset: Tips on How to be There for Young People
This factsheet was created by Mentor Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS FACTSHEET: Everyday interactions with young people have the potential to be impactful, more so than we often realize. Adopting a mentoring mindset can increase our chances of positively influencing the journey of a child, youth, young adult, and beyond. A mentoring mindset… View Article
Literature Review: Best Practices for Creating Safer Spaces Online for LGBTQ2S+ Youth
This report was published by PREVNet. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This report explores the existing literature on the online contexts for LGBTQ2S+ youth, and how this research can be used to inform best practices for creating safer online spaces for these youth.
January 12, 2024
Guidelines for Integrating Gender-Based Violence Prevention within School-Based Comprehensive Sexual Health Education
This report was published by the Sex Information & Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN), with funding from Women & Gender Equality Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Young people are significantly impacted by gender-based violence (GBV) in Canada. Sexual health education that is early, ongoing, and comprehensive is key to providing youth with… View Article
The Roles of Recreation in the Prevention, Intervention, and Rehabilitation Programs Addressing Youth Gang Involvement and Violence
Youth violence and gang involvement are severe public health issues. The purpose of this study was to examine the roles and benefits of recreation in the prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation programs addressing youth gang involvement and violence. Data collection involved 39 interviews with former gang members and practitioners working with current or previous gang members,… View Article
Towards Healthy Outcomes for Individuals with FASD
This report was published by the Canada FASD Research Network in collaboration with the University of Alberta. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: All human beings are motivated to experience purpose and success. It is not enough to ‘get by’ in life, rather we must feel as though we are achieving expectations set by… View Article
Tags: FASD, healthy outcomes, program models
An Overview of Transitional Housing & Support Programs (THSP) in Ontario
This report was published by the Ontario Association of Interval & Transitional Houses (OAITH). HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The Ontario Association of Interval & Transition Houses (OAITH) is a provincial association representing over 80 emergency women’s shelters, transitional housing organizations, and community-based gender-based organizations who work towards ending all forms of violence… View Article
A Self-Determination Theory Based Investigation of Life Skills Development in Youth Sport
This study investigated if basic need satisfaction and frustration mediated the associations between autonomy-supportive and controlling coaching behaviours and participants’ development of eight different life skills in youth sport. British sports participants (N = 309, Mage = 14.71) completed measures assessing the study variables. Correlational analyses showed that autonomy-supportive coaching behaviours were positively associated with… View Article
Meaningful Youth Work Careers: Assumptions, Misconceptions, and Realities
The existing literature pertaining to youth work as a career is sparse, limited, and outdated, with the literature that does exist representing a largely negative image of youth work as a career. What then of those who have had a long-term career in youth work? The authors use a recent phenomenological research study to question… View Article
January 11, 2024
Empowering Youth Workers Through Collective Care: 3 Takeaways from a Youth Work Teach-In
On December 7, 2023, I attended YouthREX’s online teach-in, Resisting Burnout and Vicarious Trauma: Collective Care and Solidarity, as a new member of the YouthREX team. The event featured Vikki Reynolds, a consultant, facilitator, and community worker, as the keynote speaker. With a central focus on prioritizing the wellbeing of youth workers, this teach-in explored… View Article
Tags: Burnout, collective care, frontline youth workers, self-care, solidarity, vicarious trauma, youth engagement, youth voices, youth work, youth-centred
The Role of Self-Determination in Health and Wellness: A Qualitative Study with Indigenous Youth Health Leaders Across Canada
YouthREX Research Summaries ask Just Six Questions of research publications on key youth issues. These summaries get at what the youth sector needs to know in two pages or less! 1. What is the research about? Mental health programs for Indigenous people have been – and continue to be – delivered through Western and/or non-Indigenous methods that… View Article
Tags: Indigenous Communities, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous Youth, Indigenous-led, youth leadership, youth mental health, youth wellbeing, youth-led
January 10, 2024
The Great Pause
You are invited to The Great Pause, a musical archive of how the pandemic impacted the CMST communities in Regent Park and Jane Finch, and the ways that they made meaning of this unusual time. Featuring both solo and ensemble performances by CMST students and faculty at Isabel Bader Theatre (93 Charles Street West, Toronto),… View Article
Tags: community, community arts, community building, COVID-19, pandemic
January 4, 2024
Supporting Birth Parents Raising Children with FASD
Presented by Wanda White, Karen Huber, and Maureen Parkes, this webinar is for those who want to learn more about how to support birth parents caring for their children with FASD. This group deserves our acknowledgement and attention. Learn what the evidence identifies as barriers and challenges faced, in addition to hearing about opportunities for… View Article
Tags: family engagement, family support, FASD
January 3, 2024
Grassroots Voices: Black and Indigenous Experiences of the Child Welfare System
This webinar was hosted by the Youth Opportunities Fund at Ontario Trillium Foundation, in partnership with YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE HOSTS DESCRIBE THIS WEBINAR: How are grassroots communities organizing to tackle issues most prominent in the child welfare system? What are the challenges and opportunities they are experiencing? YouthREX partnered with the Youth Opportunities Fund… View Article
Tags: activism, Advocacy, Black youth, child welfare, grassroots programs, Indigenous Youth, lived experience, youth-led
December 21, 2023
Anti-Black Racism and Building Organizational Partnerships: Implications for Recovery-Oriented Practice in Mental Health
There is minimal research on the role racism plays in recovery-oriented practice for Black youth. Clinicians’ perspectives on building interagency partnerships have been understudied. We sought to characterize and contextualize interagency relationships in the mental health sector in Ontario and explore their impact on mental health provision. Research Design & Methods: A mixed methods approach… View Article
December 20, 2023
Gender-Based Violence in Schools and the Intersectional Experiences of Black-Canadian Girls
This video was produced by the Learning Network. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS VIDEO: A recent CBC survey revealed that one in four girls in Canadian schools experienced some form of unwanted sexual contact. This research also found that 45% of students did not report experiences of violence of any kind, and when instances… View Article
Tags: black girls, education system, gender-based violence, intersectionality, Ontario schools
A Braided Mental Health Approach for Indigenous Youth
This video was produced by Finding Our Power Together. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS VIDEO: Nicole Ineese-Nash and Maggie Stein hosted an online interactive webinar designed to offer evidence-based and culturally safe approaches for supporting Indigenous youth. This 2-hour webinar was intended for parents, caregivers, mental health providers, youth workers, educators, and community members who… View Article
Tags: Indigenous approaches, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous Youth, Mental Health, youth mental health
Wiingushk Okaadinige: The Sweetgrass Braid – A Braided Mental Health Approach For Indigenous Youth
This report was published by Finding Our Power Together. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This report details a braided mental health approach to youth mental health, designed in response to a synthesis of knowledge from three systematic literature reviews and four informant consultations with mental health providers in various disciplines. The braided approach… View Article
Tags: Indigenous approaches, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous Youth, Mental Health, youth mental health
Policy, Program, and Practices Review Guide: Strengthening Supports and Services for Muslim Women and Girls Facing Gender-Based Violence
This report was published by the Canadian Council of Muslim Women. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: The Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) launched a Policy, Program and Practices Review Guide for organizations to help them strengthen their supports and services for victims/survivors of gender-based violence who identify as Muslim. The guide has… View Article
Tags: gender-based violence, Muslim women and girls, Muslim youth, youth work practice
Israel and Palestine: Views of students and youth activists shouldn’t be dismissed – they have shaped the conversation for years
University campuses have long been hubs of political activism. As young people form their own opinions away from their parents, many act passionately for causes they believe in. This includes the situation in Israel and Palestine, a regular feature of student debate in the US, UK, and across Europe for decades. This latest, brutal round… View Article
Tags: activism, Advocacy, human rights, Israel, justice, Palestine, peace, social justice, youth-led movements, youth-led organizing
Improving Mental Health Among Transgender Adolescents: Implementing Mindful Self-Compassion for Teens
YouthREX Research Summaries ask Just Six Questions of research publications on key youth issues. These summaries get at what the youth sector needs to know in two pages or less! 1. What is the research about? Transgender youth often face mental health challenges at an alarmingly higher rate than their cisgender (non-transgender) peers. The Minority Stress Theory… View Article
Tags: Mental Health, mindfulness, self-compassion, trans youth, transgender youth
December 15, 2023
Transformational Mentoring Experiences for First Nations Young People: A Scoping Review
While Aboriginal youth mentoring has been used as a teaching process for thousands of years and the tradition continues, little attention has been paid to documenting what elements make learning experiences transformational. As part of the evaluation of the Aldara Yenara mentoring program, this Aboriginal-led scoping review examined literature about transformational mentoring programs from Canada,… View Article
Co-Designing with Young People: The Fundamentals
This toolkit was developed by Orygen: The National Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS TOOLKIT: In the field of youth mental health, we recognize that young people are experts in their own lives and we should take action to maximize their participation in the decisions that affect them,… View Article
Call for Applications – Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant (Winter 2023-24)
In response to the recent rise in hate incidents in Ontario, the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism is launching an expanded Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant this Winter to better support impacted communities with priority given to organizations that primarily serve Jewish and Muslim communities. This includes expanded eligibility criteria and funding tiers. Applications are now open for 2023-2024 and the… View Article
Tags: Funding
Mental Health of South Asian Youth in Peel Region, Toronto, Canada: A Qualitative Study of Determinants, Coping Strategies & Service Access
This qualitative study set out to understand the mental health challenges and service access barriers experienced by South Asian youth populations in the Peel Region of Toronto, Canada. In-depth semistructured interviews were carried out with South Asian youth living in Peel Region (Mississauga, Brampton, and Caledon), a suburb of Toronto, Canada, home to over 50%… View Article
Shahaddah Jack – “It’s Time to Wake Up”
This video was produced by YouthREX. HERE’S HOW THE CREATORS DESCRIBE THIS VIDEO: Shahaddah Jack shared the timely and stimulating piece, “It’s Time to Wake Up,” during an online Teach-In hosted by YouthREX on December 7, 2023. Born and raised in Tkaronto with a diverse cultural background that grounds her in her poetry and life… View Article
Tags: activism, allyship, change-making, equity, social justice, transformation, youth engagement, youth leadership, youth work
December 14, 2023
Data Justice for Youth Zine 1: What? Why? Where?
This report was published by Trent University’s Research for Social Change Lab. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: This project was conceived by Dr. Naomi Nichols in 2020 shortly after she moved to Peterborough to work in the Sociology department at Trent University. Back when she was working at McGill, she had been interested… View Article
Holiday Clothing Drive
Bring your donations of new or lightly used clothing before Tuesday, December 19 to help bring joy to families in need! Drop off at 1652 Keele St. or 504 Oakwood Ave. Between 11 am – 5 pm. Contact Karina at (437) 553-5951 or karina@foryouth.ca for drop off!
Program Design Considerations for After-School Tutoring Programs
Our Evidence Briefs outline practices that can be integrated into program design, development, and evaluation. Visit our Good Youth Work Practices section to learn more! This Evidence Brief summarizes program design considerations for after-school tutoring programs to support improved academic outcomes for youth experiencing marginalization.
December 13, 2023
Developmental Relationships: The Roots of Positive Youth Development
This report was published by the Search Institute. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Over the last decade, Search Institute has been on a journey for a deeper understanding of how developmental relationships are cultivated with, among, and between young people. Along the way we have learned from amazing young people, expert practitioners, and… View Article
December 12, 2023
Combatting Hate: Islamophobia and Its Impacts on Muslims in Canada
This report was published by the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights, Senate of Canada. HERE’S HOW THE AUTHORS DESCRIBE THIS REPORT: Islamophobia is a complex phenomenon that takes many forms. This report includes 13 recommendations based on witness testimony, data, and calls to action from Muslim communities. While there is no single solution to… View Article
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