Daybreak Alberta

The Africa Centre Launches Reading Wednesdays


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Finding diverse voices in media can sometimes be tricky and if you're part of a minority, finding yourself can be even harder. Edmonton's Robyn Taylor decided to start a search to find writers and creators from the Black Community in her home town and elsewhere and the result is "YEG The Come Up Reading Wednesdays." The program is provided by the Africa Centre which specializes in delivering programs for the African, Caribbean and the Black community in Edmonton to seniors, women, and youth. Books suggested by Reading Wednesdays are available through the Edmonton Public Library and links are provided to other sources. The weekly emails are coordinated by Robyn Taylor and Russell spoke with her about why she's made this passion a project for her. The public is invited to sign up for the Weekly Email [email protected]
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