LAS Attends 2nd Annual Afrocentric Symposium
L-R: Robin Mowat (Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission), Joanne Khan (Legal Aid Saskatchewan), Anthony Olusola (Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc.), Fola Adelugba (Legal Aid Saskatchewan) and Deputy Chief Darren Pringle (Saskatoon Police Service)
Earlier this month, Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc. (TAYFFI) hosted its second annual Afrocentric Symposium. Focusing on the theme of “Advancing Black Awakening in Saskatchewan: Building the Future Through Historic Truth-Telling,” this gathering brought together community leaders eager to celebrate Black History Month, engage in stimulating discussions about social change and cohesion, strengthen race relations, and continue to build a community of connections.
Legal Aid Saskatchewan was a proud presence at the event. Collin Pullar, a member of the Saskatchewan Legal Aid Commission, was a plenary speaker who discussed the labour market challenges faced by Black Canadians and other equity groups and minorities in Saskatchewan. LAS Practice Management Counsel, Joanne Khan, and Legal Aid Saskatchewan Staff Lawyer, Fola Adelugba, were panelists for a discussion about the workings of intersectionality organizations within the spectrum of the justice system. They were joined by Anthony Olusola, Executive Director of TAYFFI, Saskatoon Police Service Deputy Chief Darren Pringle, and Robin Mowat, Director of Systemic Initiatives with Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission.
The symposium was a transformative event that highlighted the history and achievements of Black Canadians in Saskatchewan and fueled discussion with organizations supporting diversity, equality and inclusion. It was an honour for LAS to be included!
