Federal Black Employee Caucus (FBEC) | Caucus des employés fédéraux noirs (CEFN)

50% of Black female Executive faced disciplinary investigations and 100% of those investigations were determined to be unfounded. This is incontrovertible evidence of institutional levers being weaponized against Black employees. Dr. Zellars study raises a lot of concerning questions: •Are organizations tracking disciplinary action data with self ID to identify disproportionate impact? •How are those who are weaponizing the system being held to account? •If this is how Black executives are being treated, what about those with less agency? Disaggregated data on disciplinary action is critical and identifying how systemic this issue is.

Black Peoples represent a growing proportion of the racialized populations in Canada, and their demographic characteristics have changed over the last 25 years. While just over 4 in 10 Black people (41.0%) were born in Canada, this group also represents the largest share (35.8%) of all racialized individuals of the third generation or more in Canada. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/e8zUYi-d.

We’re excited to announce our upcoming virtual event, Sitting in Limbo, taking place on October 24th, 2024! ✨ This event will explore the struggles and systemic barriers faced by Black individuals with disabilities who find themselves in precarious work situations, such as contract employment or underemployment. 🌍💼 Why “Sitting in Limbo”? It reflects the uncertainty and lack of stability in these situations, where opportunities are often limited, and support can be hard to come by. This conversation is long overdue, and we’re bringing together a community of voices to discuss solutions and share stories of resilience. 💬💪🏾 Join us as we tackle these issues head-on and work towards a future where everyone, regardless of ability or background, has access to meaningful and secure work. REGISTER NOW: https://lu.ma/eutqo6tu #SittingInLimbo #DisabilityInclusion #BlackDisabledLivesMatter #EmploymentEquity #InclusiveWorkplace

Les personnes en mesure de télétravailler devraient avoir la possibilité de choisir leur mode de travail! Signez dès maintenant la pétition destinée à votre sous-ministre et passez-la à vos collègues, quel que soit leur syndicat. https://lnkd.in/ggfnPUmH #ÇaTravailleÀDistance #SyndCan

📢 Les professeurs Jude Mary Cénat, Ph.D., M.Sc., C.Psych. et Monnica Williams de l'uOttawa | Faculté des sciences sociales | Faculty of Social Sciences ont élaboré des lignes directrices antiracistes révolutionnaires en matière de TCC. 🌍 Cette recherche s'attaque aux lacunes critiques des approches traditionnelles de la TCC et dote les cliniciens d'outils pratiques pour mieux servir les personnes racialisées. ➡ Apprenez en plus sur #Collabzium : https://lnkd.in/en-B22ih -- 📢 Professors Jude Mary Cénat, Ph.D., M.Sc., C.Psych. and Monnica Williams from uOttawa | Faculté des sciences sociales | Faculty of Social Sciences have developed groundbreaking antiracist CBT guidelines. 🌍 This research tackles critical gaps in traditional CBT approaches and equips clinicians with practical tools to better serve racialized individuals. ➡ Learn more about it on #Collabzium: https://lnkd.in/eCwWTYTn

Major Win For Workers! In a monumental step forward for equity and inclusion in Canada, the Black class action lawsuit, and the work of the Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) have achieved a significant victory. The Government of Canada announced that it will recognize Black people as an employment equity group in the Employment Equity Act, accepting the recommendations from the Employment Equity Act Task Force Report, chaired by Professor Adelle Blackett. This victory represents a significant milestone for the entire nation, as it aligns with Canada's commitment to justice and equity. In December 2020, Black federal workers filed a landmark class action against the federal public service, challenging the constitutionality of the Employment Equity Act. They pointed out its failure to recognize and protect Black employees' rights under the Charter of Rights. At the same time, the BCAS advocated for distinct recognition of Black people, leading the government to set up the task force in July 2021. We urge the Government of Canada to make these recommendations the law within the next three months. Justice cannot continue to be delayed. Despite the call to action by the Clerk of the Privy Council Office, federal employers like the Canada Revenue Agency - Agence du revenu du Canada are NOT implementing the call to action as it pertains to Black employees. Since 2021 they have not implemented a single program for Black employees under the call to action, instead they say they are continuing to follow the Employment Equity Act where Black people are invisible in the "visible minorities" category. Unless it is legislated, they will not address anti-Black racism in the public service. We extend our gratitude to the many organizations and individuals who have been fighting for change long before us. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dUi_-RSG

The CRRF is alarmed at the sharp rise in hate crimes reported to the police in Canada for the third time in four years.The number of police-reported hate crimes rose by 32% between 2022 and 2023, and we know that many do not report hate crimes they have experienced to police. Hate crimes don’t just harm individuals, but also the wider community. https://lnkd.in/gQYVZZnK As co-Chair of the National Hate Crimes Task Force, the CRRF is working on multiple fronts to support communities that have been targeted by hate crimes, enhance dialogue and education, and shift policy. Learn more and join us to reverse the trend: https://lnkd.in/geWADpPh

Changing Systems, Transforming Lives: Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy 2024-2028. “…It proposes a whole-of-government undertaking centred on changing the federal system to help transform the lives of millions across Canada who are disadvantaged by racism. This approach focuses on removing the systemic barriers and the legacy of white supremacy and colonialism in federal institutions. These factors continue to limit the ability of Indigenous Peoples, Black, racialized, and religious minority populations to live a life of dignity in which their rights and freedoms are fully respected. Combatting racism is a shared responsibility which involves concrete action by provinces and territories to address racial discrimination in their respective jurisdictions. This Strategy will see active engagement with provinces and territories to work towards a fairer, and more inclusive Canada…” https://lnkd.in/gtsHpjem