The Criminal Justice system/Policing and the Black Youth

Join us for a powerful, one-day conference dedicated to addressing systemic challenges and exploring solutions to empower Black youth in Canada. The event will feature keynote speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster leadership, resilience, and pathways to success.

Highlights:

• Keynote Address by Kanika Samuels Wortley, Associate Professor, Ontario Tech University.
• Recruitment and mentorship opportunities, including access to valuable resources
• Networking with community leaders, advocates, and mentors

Register today and join the conversation that will help shape a brighter future for Black youth.

Info: Time Activity
9:00 – 9:30 AM Registration & Networking
9:30 – 10:00 AM Opening Remarks & Land Acknowledgment
10:00 – 10:45 PM Keynote Address: Keynote Speaker:
• Dr. Kanika Samuels-Wortley – Associate Professor & Canada Research Chair in Systemic Racism, Technology, and Criminal Justice
10:45 AM – 11 45 AM Presentation by Engage416, Toronto Police Service
11:45 – 12:45 PM Morning Panel Discussion: " The criminal justice system/ policing and the impact on black Youth
Moderator: Timiro Aganeh, Midaynta Community Service

Panel speakers:
• Imam Habeeb Ali, One Love Community Centre,
• Barrister Shedrack Agbakwa, Criminal Lawyer
• Marc (Kwabena) Rainford, Director, Community Safety and Systems Navigation, YAACE
• Candice Marie Holt, Educator
12:45 PM – 1:20 PM Q & A
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Lunch Break
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM Stakeholder Remarks
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Breakout Session
• Breakout Room 1:
Facilitator: Candice Marie Holt
• Topic: Building a Positive Path for our Youth

Host or Publisher African Canadian Social Development Council (ACSDC)