TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERS AND SOCIAL JUSTICE LEGENDS CONVENE VIRTUALLY AT THE 4TH ANNUAL GEORGE FLOYD MEMORIAL LECTURE IN TORONTO, CANADA

We are thrilled to announce the 4th Annual George Floyd Memorial Lecture, an exceptional virtual event dedicated to advocating for social justice, equity, and inclusion.

Scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024, this all-day event will bring together transformational leaders and social justice legends from around the world to educate, inspire, and empower individuals from all walks of life.

Hosted by the International School of Greatness (ISG) and the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity and Workplace Equity, in partnership with the Diversity Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University, this event aims to provide a global platform for dialogue and action. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from and engage with some of the most influential voices in the field of social justice.

This year's event features an impressive lineup of speakers and some of our prolific speakers include the following:

1.      Hon. (Dr.) Jean Augustine, P.C., C.M., O. Ont.: Founder of the Jean Augustine Centre for Girls & Young Women; the first Black woman in the Parliament of Canada; former National President of the Congress of Black Women of Canada.

2.      Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, PhD, C.M., O.N.S.: The first African Nova Scotian woman appointed to the Senate of Canada; Deputy Chair of the Senate Standing Committee on Human Rights; Founding member of the Association of Black Social Workers (ABSW).

3.      Ray Williams: Chair & Co-Founder of the Black Opportunity Fund; Former Vice Chairman of National Bank Financial Market; Housing Affordability Convener; Champion of Change & Board Director.

4.      Richard Pinnock: Director, Chief Diversity Officer at Export Development Canada; Former Sr. Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Wal-Mart Canada.

5.      Dr. Mohamed Elmi: Executive Director of the Diversity Institute at the Toronto Metropolitan University

6.      Angela Cook: Assistant Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing for the Province of Ontario, former Associate Deputy Minister of Housing, Construction Standards, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism for the Province of British Columbia

7.      Henry Luyombya: Chief Visionary Officer & Mental Health Coach at New African Canadians (NAC) & BH Social Worker at PEERS.

8.      Dr. Jamila Aman: Professor at the School of Social Work, Humber College/Gulf Humber; CEO/President of Premier Canadian Business Solutions, Inc.; Former Executive Director of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce.

9.      Nicholas Marcus Thompson: President/CEO of the Black Class Action Secretariat; Human Rights Advocate.

10.  Alain Babineau: Retired RCMP S/Sgt.; Jurist and Director of Racial Profiling & Public Safety for Red Coalition Inc.

11.  Gaynel Curry: Human Rights Expert at the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent and Lecturer at the Law Faculty, University of The Bahamas.

12.  Nene Kabu Asante: President of African Canadian Social Development.

13.  Eugene E. Jones: Executive Director of the Virgin Islands Housing Finance Authority; Former Chief Executive Officer of the Housing Authority of the City of Atlanta, Chicago Housing Authority, and the City of Toronto, Canada.

14.  Dr. MacCauley Kalu: Head of the sixth region process of the African Union for more than 20 years; elected policy advisor on Diaspora affairs for the Americas to the African Union Commission; Educator, Counselor, and Community leader.

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Why Attend?

As we approach the fourth anniversary of George Floyd's tragic death, it is imperative that we renew our commitment to advocating for equity, inclusion, and the elimination of racism and discrimination across all facets of society.

The International School of Greatness (ISG) and the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity and Workplace Equity, in collaboration with the Diversity Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University, are organizing the 4th Annual George Floyd Memorial Lecture.

This event, set to be held virtually on Thursday, May 23, 2024, provides a global platform for dialogue and action, reminding us that the fight for justice continues.

The murder of George Floyd in May 2020 was a watershed moment that sparked a global outcry against systemic racism and police brutality. The subsequent protests and calls for justice underscored the urgent need for meaningful reforms in our workplaces, governments, schools, communities, and places of play and worship. As we reflect on the progress made over the past four years, it is clear that while strides have been taken, much work remains.

This event is free and open to everyone. To register NOW, click here.

It is an invaluable opportunity to hear from leaders who are making a significant impact in the fight for social justice. Whether you are a student, professional, community leader, or simply someone passionate about equity and inclusion, this lecture will equip you with the knowledge and tools to advocate for change in your sphere of influence.

Certificates will be offered to those who attend all lectures, and if you register but are unable to attend the live event, you will have access to the content for a year.

Do not miss this chance to be part of a transformative experience.

Register yourself, your staff, associates, and students at https://www.canadiancongressondiversity.ca/events