This event theme is in memory of George Floyd. As a society we tried to understand "systemic discrimination; why some students do better in school than others, why families of different races are treated differently when they apply for an apartment or go to the bank for a loan or apply and interview for a job. All that children and youth know is that it "hurts" to be treated differently and see their parents, whom they looked up to treated poorly for no other reason than their race, culture, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, disability, or things that are beyond their control. Since, systemic discrimination causes confusion that leads to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, low school performance, low self esteem and family stress.
The book by bi-racial James Valitchka who is an 11 year old titled, I'm not Brown, I'm Human is perfect for teaching inclusion and is a child's view on discrimination. For more details about the book by James and the event. Register Here. I'm not Brown, I'm Human Book by James Valitchka |Eventbrite
Maxine and Galia Bronfman
National Collaboration for Youth Mental Health
+1 613-501-0171
maxinewriterandpr@gmail.com
