Leaning In and Speaking Out

Building a Safe Community & Sense of Belonging for Cdn Students of African Descent - Loy Excellentia


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Tune in to learn about the creation of a new initiative geared for Canadian students of African descent - the Loy Excellentia Initiative. This podcast delves into the need for mentorship, workshops, and social events and how Loy Excellentia is aiming to address those needs. Hear about how the project got started, the research leading up to it, and the benefits of the initiative, including feedback from the first event.
Further Resources:
Loy Excellentia Initiative website: https://loyexcellentia.org/,
BU report on Black History Month: https://news.brandonu.ca/2024/03/01/loy-excellentia-initiative-celebrates-black-history-month-at-brandon-university/
https://punchng.com/nigerian-canadian-professor-calls-for-celebration-of-africans-in-diaspora/
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Leaning In and Speaking OutBy Podcast by BU CARES Research Centre