This Black History Month episode of Racialized 506 features Ralph Thomas and David Peters, co-founders of PRUDE Inc. and the New Brunswick Black History Society, sharing personal stories of confronting racism, founding inclusive organizations, and explaining why “Black history is world history.” 

They highlight Black innovators’ global contributions, the role of allies, and the importance of preserving local Black history while mentoring future generations and building more inclusive communities.

Hosted by: Lina Gharbiya (Settlement Manager, SJNC) & Bob Whitney (UNB History Professor, Retired)
Produced by: Saint John Newcomers Centre

In this episode of Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations, hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney welcome Noha Rabie back for a powerful discussion on racism in our schools. Together, they explore its impact on newcomers and their families, shedding light on the challenges faced by racialized communities in the region.

Key takeaway: Racism in schools deeply affects newcomers, influencing their sense of belonging and access to equitable education. This conversation highlights the urgent need for systemic change.

Tune in to hear Noha Rabie's insights and learn how we can create more inclusive environments for all.

In this episode of "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations," hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney sit down with Therese Trofimencoff, Anti-Racism & Equity Lead at the Anglophone South School District. The discussion delves into the critical issue of racism in our schools and its profound impact on newcomers and their families. Therese shares insights into the challenges faced by racialized students, the importance of equity in education, and the steps being taken to create more inclusive learning environments.

Key takeaway: Schools are pivotal spaces for fostering anti-racism, yet systemic barriers remain. Tune in to hear Therese's perspective on how we can work together to build equitable educational systems that support all students.

In this episode of "Racialized 506: Anti-Racism Conversations," hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney sit down with Inspector Anika to discuss how the KV Police Force has adapted to the changing multicultural landscape of Saint John and surrounding areas. The conversation explores the challenges, training, and improvements in police interactions with newcomers, particularly those from racialized backgrounds. Listeners will gain insights into the complexities of law enforcement in an increasingly diverse community.

Key takeaway: The KV Police Force is actively working to adapt its practices and training to better serve the changing population, but there's still room for improvement in addressing racism and enhancing interactions with newcomers.

Tune in to hear Inspector Anika's perspective on these crucial issues and learn about the steps being taken to create a more inclusive and understanding police force.

Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney welcome lawyer Carla Parish to discuss how the legal profession in Saint John is responding to the influx of newcomers from diverse backgrounds. This episode delves into the most common legal concerns faced by newcomers, and the challenges legal professionals encounter when working with clients from different cultural backgrounds.

Key takeaway: The legal system is grappling with adapting to the needs of a more diverse population, highlighting the importance of cultural competence and addressing systemic racism in legal practices.

Listen to gain valuable insights into the legal landscape for newcomers and learn about the efforts being made to create a more equitable legal system in the region.

In this revealing episode, hosts Lina Gharbiya and Bob Whitney interview Noha Rabie, about her experiences settling in the region. The discussion covers the preparedness of local institutions in welcoming newcomers, and the challenges faced by racialized newcomer youth in and out of school.

Key takeaway: While Saint John has made strides in welcoming newcomers, there are still significant challenges, particularly for racialized individuals and youth, indicating a need for continued efforts to combat racism and improve support systems.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear a firsthand account of the newcomer experience in Saint John and gain a deeper understanding of the work still needed to create a truly inclusive community.

Lina and Bob Whitney talk to Phylomene Zangio, Chair, NB Human Rights Commission & Allie Fournier, Senior Education Officer, New Brunswick Human Rights Commission. They talk about New Brunswick Human Rights Act and the recourse newcomers have filing a human rights complaint.

Links mentioned in the Podcast:
🔗 The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission website: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/nbhrc.html
🔗 New Brunswick Human Rights Commission ‘Resources for Newcomers’ page: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/nbhrc/resources/resources-for-newcomers.html
🔗 New Brunswick Human Rights Commission ‘Contact Us’ page: https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/contacts/dept_renderer.6123.html

Our guests today Marwa Hasan, Emily MacMackin and Somaditya Das will be talking about their personal experiences living as immigrants and long time Canadians with multiculturalism. These conversations reflect how multiculturalism affects social issues, public policy and daily life in local communities like Saint John.

Our Second Season of Racialized 506 starts September 2021.  Stay Tuned!

Our guests for this week are well established women in the community who have made the choice solely to wear the hijab. You will hear the stories of our three guests: Noha Eshra, Paula Radwan and Sadaf Anjum who have faced  many challenges and will  share with us their own stories and journey with the hijab.

Our guests, Chloe, Isabela , and Rodrigue Hébert  chose Saint John, NB as their home, are all individuals who bring a diversity of language to our community. All coming from different linguistic backgrounds,  they speak English or French with non-traditional, maritime accents. In this episode, each of our guests will be sharing their experiences and challenges.