Yesterday I partaked as a speaker and as one of the guests of honour for an online event held by Voices Online (which has over 1.3 Million community members).
My talk was about how we promote peace in an increasingly volatile yet interconnected world. Some of the points I raised:
1. We need to move beyond tolerance to a place of acceptance and appreciation of difference
2. We can learn alot from others as long as we take a position of humility, respect and intent to learn.
3. Everyone can be our teacher in life not just educationalists.
Today, we come together for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—a time to reflect on our history, honor the survivors, and commit to understanding the true experiences of Indigenous communities.
Let's take this moment to acknowledge the pain, learn from the past, and actively support the journey toward healing.
Here are a few ways you can participate in meaningful ways:
🧡 Learn about the history: Educate yourself on the residential school system and the impact it had—and continues to have—on Indigenous communities.
🧡 Listen to Indigenous voices: Support Indigenous creators, authors, and leaders. Their stories matter.
🧡 Wear orange: It's a symbol of solidarity and acknowledgment of the children who didn't come home.
🧡 Reflect on your own role: Ask yourself how you can contribute to reconciliation, both personally and within your community.
🧡 Engage in community events: Attend local ceremonies or virtual discussions to show your support and learn more.
This journey is about listening, learning, and taking action to ensure a brighter future for everyone. 🌿
💬 Let's connect and discuss how we can continue to support meaningful change in our community. I'm always here to talk about ways we can make a difference together.
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As executives, we are called to steward everything God has given us – including our businesses – to advance the gospel. A corporate giving strategy is a terrific way to leverage our resources to that aim.
When it comes to corporate giving, do you give with a specific purpose in mind? How could your company’s resources make a Kingdom impact?
TEDxRegina recognizes September 30 as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 🧡
Both events seek to honour and remember the children who were lost, the survivors of the residential school system, and their families and communities.
No matter which event you choose to observe on September 30, know that your effort is among the first steps to reconciliation. #nationaldayfortruthandreconciliation
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Unfortunately, the impact of Black History Month can often be fleeting. While it serves as a vital opportunity to spotlight significant figures, events, and contributions, the challenge lies in ensuring that this education reaches those who need it most. Engaging at-risk youth requires more than just programming during a specific month; it necessitates ongoing efforts, mentorship, and connections to cultural history that are relevant to their lives. This could involve community programs, workshops, storytelling sessions, or even integrating these themes into school curricula throughout the year.
Additionally, we must consider how narratives are delivered. For young people entrenched in violence or hardship, seeing relatable figures who have overcome similar struggles can be empowering. Real-life stories of resilience from their own communities, combined with a broader understanding of their heritage, can ignite hope and inspire change.
Ultimately, creating a culture where Black history is acknowledged every day—as part of a larger conversation about identity, belonging, and potential—can help ground young people and provide them with the tools they need to channel their energies positively. It is essential to create spaces where they feel seen, heard, and valued, and where they can learn the richness of their history alongside the skills necessary to navigate and thrive in today’s world. This comprehensive approach can help nurture their identities and guide them toward a path of constructive action rather than violence.
A king teaches his son how to become a king, A queen teaches her daughter to become a queen. How can our children develop their potentials if we do not embarace it and lead by example.
This is what Project Lifeline teaches, we educate on our god given strength to navigate our paths to align our youth with their inner cultural attributes. Being black is not just the colour of our skin, it is a way of life and most of all it is a spiritual connection to our ancestoral heritage. If they are not taught the importance of their being, how will you ever know the importance of their lives. #younglivesmatter#youtheducation#blackhistory#youthdevelopment#youthempowerment#furturekings#futurequeens#communityengagement#communitybuilding#blacklivesmatter#blm#blackcelebrities#blackrolemodels#Mentoringmatters#mentoring#mentorsmatter#sayhisname#Daèjaun
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As executives, we are called to steward everything God has given us – including our businesses – to advance the gospel. A corporate giving strategy is a terrific way to leverage our resources to that aim.
When it comes to corporate giving, do you give with a specific purpose in mind? How could your company’s resources make a Kingdom impact?
Today, we celebrate Juneteenth – a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States more than two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the promise of our nation, even when change is slow to come, and the pace of progress is frustrating. As a mother first as well as CDO for Save the Children US, Juneteenth is also a reminder that, although we’ve come far as a country, it still remains up to all of us to build the world we want to leave for children everywhere. If you are interested in talking to the children in your life about the holiday, here is a list of incredible books to consider: https://bit.ly/4eg7IAr
We have witnessed firsthand how we have brought hope to families and communities through their children, where previously there was none. At the African Institute for Children Studies organization, we firmly believe in the transformative power of education for the most vulnerable populations. Together, we can continue to provide solutions that uplift and empower.
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🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡
Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the painful history of residential schools and honor the Indigenous children who never made it home. It’s a reminder of how much we still have to learn and unlearn.
This day isn’t just about remembering—it’s about listening, showing up, and committing to real change. Wearing orange today is one small way we can stand with Indigenous communities, but the work doesn’t stop there.
Let’s all take time to ask ourselves how we can be better allies and support true healing and reconciliation, today and every day. 🧡
#TruthAndReconciliation#EveryChildMatters#OrangeShirtDay#ListeningAndLearning#StandingTogether
