As we celebrate and acknowledge the diverse culture, rich heritage, and impactful accomplishments of the Black Community in February during Black History Month, we want to showcase a number of local events, seminars and resources that you can participate in, learn, and be inspired to action. This list was compiled from resources provided by Action Dignity, University of Calgary, Calgary Library and Alberta Health Services.
Tune in to Canada’s Black History Month virtual celebration on Facebook Live on February 17, 2022 at 7 pm (ET). This live virtual event highlighting this year’s theme will feature performances, tributes, interviews and much more!
The Calgary Library is hosting a workshop for adults (18+), Mobilizing Arts-based Literacies: Connecting through Hip Hop. By including the literacies of Hip-Hop’s art forms, educators can communicate the importance of Black history and ways of knowing. | Online on Feb. 19, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Immigrant Outreach Society is hosting a Youth Empowerment panel discussion led by Black leaders in the city.| In-person on Feb. 19, 2 p.m. To register, or for more information, email info@ioscalgary.org.
The University of Calgary is hosting A Refusal to Hate: Writing and Black Wellness. In this talk, Dr. Umezurike recounts his experiences as a former graduate student, highlighting the role creative writing has played in helping him deal with instances of anti-Blackness and microaggressions on campus and the relationship between writing and wellness. | Online on Feb. 24, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
AHS is hosting Health and Black Communities in Canada, a webinar exploring the health of key groups within the African Diaspora living in Canada today. | Online on Feb. 24, 12 to 1 p.m.
