🇨🇦Award-winning human rights advocate & Chief Executive Officer at @blackclassactn, fighting to end systemic discrimination in 🇨🇦public service.
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Amazing awards and educational event @citymississauga Black History Celebration. @kevindavoice Great keynote by Nicholas Marcus Thompson @meetNMT Great reminder of the opportunities that exist in the face of rejection and injustice 💪🏽
I recently had the privilege of sitting down with SAGE Magazine for its winter edition to discuss my journey, the fight for equity and justice, and the work being done through the Black Class Action Secretariat. This piece dives into the systemic challenges we’re addressing and the vision for a fairer and more inclusive Canada.
On Human Rights Day, we proudly delivered thousands of signatures to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, urging the government to fulfill its commitment to recognize Black workers in the Employment Equity Act.
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Earlier this week, the historic Black Class Action lawsuit representing Black workers in 99 federal departments and agencies began in Federal Court. It is the honor of a lifetime to lead this movement for justice and equality. #blackclassaction
📷 Greg Bennett
What an amazing night it was at the Nation Builder Awards last Saturday! I’m incredibly grateful to the Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity for this recognition. This award for social justice belongs to everyone who has supported and believed in the mission of justice and equality.
Thank you to God, my family, and all those who have stood by me in this journey. Together, we are making public service diverse and inclusive for everyone!
Congratulations to all the awardees 🥳🎉
#NationBuilderAward #BlackClassAction #Grateful #SocialJustice #ThankYou
🌟Honoured Beyond Words!🌟
I am incredibly humbled and deeply grateful to share that I have been selected to receive the Nation Builders Rising Star Award for Social Justice at the Canada Leadership Summit on October 5, 2024. This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts in the fight against discrimination and building a fair and just public service for all Canadians.
First and foremost, I want to thank God for guiding me on this journey. I also extend my heartfelt gratitude to my supporters, our legal team, dedicated staff, board members, volunteers, union partners and civil society groups.
Thank you Canadian Congress on Inclusive Diversity & Workplace Equity, under the steadfast leadership of Alex Ihama for your tireless efforts and unwavering commitment. Together, we continue to push boundaries and create lasting change.
I also want to take a moment to congratulate the Distinguished Class of Nation Builders 2024:
The Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean (Fondation Michaëlle Jean Foundation)
Hon. Greg Fergus
Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine
Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard
Retired Senator Murray Sinclair
Dr. Gervan Fearon
Harriet Thornhill, MBA, ICD.D
Rowan Barrett, MBA
Patricia Bebia Mawa
Kamala Gopie
Your accomplishments inspire us all, and I am truly honoured to stand alongside you.
Finally, I have a few spots left at my table for the awards ceremony, and I’d love to invite some of you to join me. If you’re interested, please comment below, and let's share this special evening together!
#NationBuilder #Gratitude #SocialJustice #Honored #TogetherWeRise #CanadaLeadershipSummit #RisingStarAward #Teamwork #MakingADifference #BuildingABetterCanada
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Meanwhile, outside of the Prime Minister’s office, a coalition of public service unions and the Black Class Action Secretariat hold a demonstration protesting racism and discrimination in the Privy Council’s office.
With courage and conviction, we stand before the seat of power, demanding justice and equality for all. - NMT
📷 Blair Gable
Celebrated my birthday today! 🎉 I continue to embrace my journey filled with purpose, passion, and commitment. Thank you to all who have been a part of this meaningful path. 🙏 #BirthdayCelebration #Gratitude
Had some thought-provoking discussions with @FelipeCalderon, 63rd president of Mexico on climate change at the World Diversity in Leadership. I spoke about @BlackClassActn’ significant strides in combating systemic discrimination within Canada’s federal public service, emphasizing our alignment with ESG principles and I.D.E.A. values.
ALT Nicholas Marcus Thompson shakes hand with Felipe Calderon, 63rd president of Mexico.
I had the tremendous honour of meeting Makaziwe Mandela, daughter Nelson Mandela at the World Diversity in Leadership Conference in Calgary!
I had the privilege to speak about @BlackClassActn significant strides in combating systemic discrimination within Canada’s federal public service, emphasizing our alignment with ESG principles and I.D.E.A. values.
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A coalition of black city servants, led by @BlackClassActn, has filed a formal complaint against the Canadian Human Rights Commission for systemic discrimination.
@michaelserapio discusses the issue with the organization's E.D, @meetNMT: youtu.be/m-xW8IQ12TE
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Join me today at @TorontoMet University to witness "Black History in the Making" as we delve into how we took on the largest employer in the country, confronting centuries-old systems of oppression, and how all workers are benefiting. @BlackClassActn
torontomu.ca/making-Black-hi…
Happy to celebrate Bob Marley Day in Toronto 🎊🥳🎉
What a great celebration at the @cityoftoronto in recognition of #BobMarleyDay!
Thank you Mayor Chow for joining us.
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With the resignation of Russell Brown from the Supreme Court of Canada @SCC_eng, we call on the Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau to recommend a Black judge to address the lack of Black representation on the bench. Our judiciary must be representative of our communities.
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We call on the Gov’t to release the long awaited Employment Equity Act report. Workers con’t to experience significant exclusion due to the flawed legislation. Following which the Gov’t must urgently act to amend the law.
@SeamusORegan @JustinTrudeau @AdelleBlackett @CAPE_ACEP
