Let’s be abundantly clear, George Floyd did not die purposefully for a civil rights movement to take place. He was murdered and his murderer was just found guilty.

Join Inspirit Foundation, Laidlaw Foundation and MLSE Foundation in a conversation moderated by Foundation For Black Communities, as we discuss the importance of trust-based philanthropy and our role as funders. 🗓: Thursday, May 6 🕐: 1:00pm Register » bit.ly/33dvObE

I'm ending my week reading this poignant article from The Philanthropist Journal. In 2017/2018 just 0.03% of funding from foundations went to Black-led organizations. I'm shocked, but I'm not. Please read: thephilanthropist.ca/2021/04/over-s… #cdnpoli #BlackLivesMatter #YYZ #BlackTwitter

If we can "ban" plastic bags, surely we can ban flags that are clear symbols of hatred and death? Sending solidarity to friends in the prairies who are fighting for a better world. #abpoli #cdnpoli #YEG #YYZ #BlackTwitter edmontonjournal.com/news/local-new…

Only 25% of Black young people have strong confidence in the Canadian justice system. Kudos to Apathy is Boring, Youth Friendly - Généraction, & Environics Institute for Survey Research for this report that confirms what I hear from Black youth so often, the justice system is broke. #cdnpoli #BlackLivesMatter #YYZ

A new study on the barriers facing Black entrepreneurs in Canada commissioned by Senator Colin Deacon 🇨🇦🇺🇦 and the African Canadian Senate Group is now out. The project was supported by 12 Black-led business organizations. abacusdata.ca/black-entrepre… Here's a thread of what we found...

Today the NBA Foundation announced CEE Toronto is the inaugural grant recipient in Canada🇨🇦! $500,000 going directly toward making a meaningful change in the lives of Black youth, supporting economic & social inclusion We are grateful #cdnpoli #philanthropy #BlackLivesMatter

Glad to have the opportunity to speak about NBA Foundation joining Canada's philanthropic space & how it will help grow CEE Toronto's impact! #cdnpoli

Thank you Minister Hon. Marco Mendicino & your government for this common-sense approach to justice. We need to continue to evaluate nonsense policies that are archaic, & leave black communities behind, because this wasn't the only one. #Cdnpoli #yyz #ONpoli #BlackTwitter

Budget day was yesterday, I’m happy to see some investments in Black-lead organizations to help solve some complex issues facing our community. But it’s important to remember we still are eligible and should have equal access to all the other line items too #Budget2022

Check out Century Initiative's 2nd Edition National Scorecard. It provides a strategic window into where Canada leads, remains on track, needs to focus attention, or is falling behind on the issues that will influence Canada’s future. #BigBoldCanada #expertpanelmember

This country never decided collectively that racism wasn't in its best interest. Until then, we are where we've always been.

The Cisco Canada 🇨🇦 Black Professionals ERO team came together yesterday to bring a transformational digital network to life for CEE Toronto. This major partnership will help ensure that Black youth get the opportunities they deserve to thrive! #Proud #LoveWhereYouWork

Join us online or Launchpad on November 29 for TD (Canada) presents The Walrus Talks Advancing Work. 🗣️: Amanda Aziz, Max Brault, Agapi Gessesse, @GolnazG, Samir Khan, Alex McCann, and Paul Taylor Buy tickets or register for the free livestream: eventbrite.ca/e/the-walrus-t…

Don't miss Agapi Gessesse, who will be TD (Canada) presents The Walrus Talks Advancing Work. She is an award-winning change maker who has spoken on Canadian and international stages about anti-Black racism, workforce development, and youth engagement. eventbrite.ca/e/the-walrus-t…

"Hire staff from community who know community," Agapi Gessesse on how governments can bridge to outside the policy world, h/t @maytree_canada #FiveGoodIdeas #FiveGoodIdeas

On the other side, community need to engage with government by more than finger-pointing. The focus instead should be on the shared problem, so that reaching the solution is mutually beneficial, says Agapi Gessesse #5GoodIdeas

The pandemic derailed learning & training for youth across Canada, especially in marginalized communities. Join us on May 15 as we explore solutions with Agapi Gessesse Ian Stavness shamira madhany Sandra E. Martin @GlobeandMailEvents #BigBoldCanada Register: globeandmailevents.com/canadasfuturew…

You cannot just put a sign in the middle of a community, say “we’re hiring” and expect them to come. You cannot diversify a workforce with people you have no history with. There needs to be an active strategy. Agapi Gessesse, Executive Director, CEE Toronto #GlobeWorkforce

How can we support diverse workforces? Shamira Madhany Agapi Gessesse Ian Stavness discuss how employers need to be intentional with building authentic relationships across communities, champion work integrated learning & coaching Globe and Mail Events #GlobeWorkforce #BigBoldCanada