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Working to break down barriers for Black scholars

webfull — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:14:45 +0000

Recent events, including the murder of George Floyd and the COVID-19 pandemic, have drawn global attention to the reality of inequities in health care, the justice system, and higher education that disadvantage Black people. Reports show Black scholars face more barriers as they move up the research career ladder. In Canada, an advisory committee was created in 2021 to recommend ways to break down existing barriers for Black scholars and to ensure equitable access to federal research funding and training programs.

Published: 28 February 2023

Experts: Black History Month | February 2022

webfull — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:54:02 +0000

Every February, people in Canada are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. The theme for Black History Month 2022 is February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day. (Canadian Heritage)

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Published: 23 February 2022

Experts: One-year anniversary of the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot

webfull — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 21:35:25 +0000

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks to mark the one-year anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The insurrection, which began as members of Congress worked to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election, commanded the nation's attention as violent scenes of rioters attacking officers and destroying parts of the Capitol were broadcast live across the country. (CNN)

Published: 5 January 2022

Experts: Ex-cop guilty of murder and manslaughter in death of George Floyd

webfull — Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:24:58 +0000

A former Minneapolis police officer was convicted Tuesday of murder and manslaughter for pinning George Floyd to the pavement with his knee on the Black man's neck in a case that triggered worldwide protests, violence and a furious reexamination of racism and policing in the U.S. (CTV News)

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Published: 22 April 2021

Experts: Black History Month | February 2021

webfull — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 20:44:27 +0000

During Black History Month, Canadians celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous nation it is today. (Government of Canada)

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Published: 3 February 2021

Experts: Pro-Trump chaos on Capitol Hill

webfull — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 20:59:44 +0000

Last week pro-Trump protesters stormed the legislature as lawmakers were set to review the Electoral College votes that made Joe Biden the president. (Globe and Mail)

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Wendell Nii Laryea Adjetey, Assistant Professor, Department of History and Classical Studies

Published: 6 January 2021

Experts: George Floyd’s death: Racism and police brutality

webfull — Tue, 02 Jun 2020 17:01:49 +0000

Demonstrators gathered to denounce racist violence and police impunity both in the U.S. and in Montreal. The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked nightly protests in major U.S. cities. The Montreal rally was a solidarity gathering with American anti-racism activists, but organizers say it is also an opportunity to express their own anger at the treatment of marginalized people in Quebec and elsewhere in Canada. (CBC News)

Published: 2 June 2020

����ֱ�� News - Wendell Nii Laryea Adjetey

Working to break down barriers for Black scholars

Experts: Black History Month | February 2022

Experts: One-year anniversary of the January 6 U.S. Capitol riot

Experts: Ex-cop guilty of murder and manslaughter in death of George Floyd

Experts: Black History Month | February 2021

Experts: Pro-Trump chaos on Capitol Hill

Experts: George Floyd’s death: Racism and police brutality

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