Panel Discussion on Teaching While Black

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February16
Thursday, 16 February, 2023 - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Microsoft Teams
Cost: 
free
Organized By: the Diversity and Equity Committee (DEC) of the School of Social Work, Dalhousie University

The Diversity and Equity Committee (DEC) Conversation Series, School of Social Work, Dalhousie University celebrates African Heritage Month by offering an interactive “Panel Discussion on Teaching While Black.” The event is scheduled for 5:30pm to 8:00pm (Atlantic Time) on Thursday, February 16, 2023.

PANELLISTS:

Professor Obiora C. Okafor: Teaching International (Human Rights) Law and Praxis in Canada while Black Dr Uzo Anucha: Combatting Anti-Black Racism Inside and Outside the Classroom Dr. Charles Gyan: Survival and Resistance in the Academy: Experiences with three different faculties of social work in Canada Dr. Nimo Bokore: Being Black in Academia: the Role of Race in Teaching, Publishing, Getting Research Funding, Respect and Recognition for Your Work or Academic Credentials

MODERATOR:

Dominic Silvio, Dalhousie University

Participants will also engage in discussions with panellists

 

NOTE: The Diversity and Equity Committee (DEC) Events are not recorded to offer safe spaces for presenters and audiences to engage in critical discussions

 

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