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Aurora Black Community Association rolls out full programming for Black History MonthThis February, you are invited to celebrate with us, another empowering Black History Month (BHM) program happening virtually. This is not a Black people event, Black History Month events are for all. We all need to become aware of the history and its importance. Once we understand that it's everyone's responsibility, we can all take initiatives, take actions, and do the work! The first time many Canadians learn about Black people is through the oppressive lens of slavery. Oppression has influenced Black histories, but it does define Black history. This year, we will be highlighting Black Excellence, achievements, and courage that resonates with the Black community. These include Black arts appreciation and entertainment, historical engagement with inspiring speakers, Black history educational presentations, grants and awards for Black and other marginalized communities, and so much more. The Hon. Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman to serve as a Federal Minister for the Crown, has agreed to be a part of this celebration. We all know how this exemplary Member of Parliament has championed legislation to recognize February as Black History Month in Canada. We are truly humbled. On February 1, 2022, the Town of Aurora will hold a Flag Raising Ceremony in partnership with the Aurora Black Community Association to commemorate Black History Month. This, in itself, is historical as a flag has never been raised in Aurora in honour of Black History Month by centering the initiative of community organizations like ours. This partnership is also in line with how other exemplary towns and provincial leaders are centering Black History Month celebrations by empowering community organizations across Ontario and stand against all form of performative action. We are committing in ensuring that our Town's intent mirrors its commitment “to center community” in action because Black communities are working towards partnerships that do not take away ownership and labour from the community – and we are grateful that the leaders or our Town are in agreement with us. For us, to see the change that's needed for diversity it takes more than just talking about it in February. It has to be a year-round commitment and ACTION. We have the following programs planned for the community to build awareness and cohesiveness:
This February, we will also launch our new I CAN SWIM program. In Canada, immigrants are less likely to learn to swim or to participate recreationally. Most Canadian newcomers come from Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. With the stereotype that make most assume that coming from the Caribbean surrounded by water, we must all be fish, or expert swimmers. That is not the reality. With your support we aim to fund swimming lessons for ten families, adults and children, who want to learn swimming, life skill that all should have. For more information on each of the events or if you wish to donate and sponsor any of our events, please visit us at www.aurorablackcommunity.com. By Aurora Black Community Association |
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