Saraha Awuah from the Ghana Union of Canada takes us into the contexts of the Ghana community in Canada, discussion issues connected to immigration, settlement, integration and above all education.

Prof. Vidya Shah from York University in Toronto discusses matters of DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) from various perspectives. Thereby reflecting problematic power asymmetries and addressing institutional challenges.

Dwayne Brown discusses the program Generation Chosen (https://www.generationchosen.ca). A program that caters to the needs of racialized, marginalized and disenfranchised inner-city youth by focussing on 4 key areas: Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Education and Civic Engagement.

Dr. Godfred Boateng from Toronto works with black families to identify the relationship between the family identity status and dealing with anxiety discusses. He works in the Retooling Black Anxiety project (www.blackanxiety.ca/) which identifies family needs and resources to cope with anxiety (physical and virtual).

Dr. Bryn Ludlow from York University discusses the art of storytelling in the contexts of personal development and education. An interdisciplinary approach to the question: What makes a great story?

Muna Ali offers insights into the “Gashanti Young Women Initiative” (https://gashantiunity.ca/) – a space which provides girls and young women with a safe atmosphere to develop their gifts, abilities, and positive relationships. Leadership and mentoring programs, consultation and information services – ways of community capacity building and training and education.

Dr. Mary Rocco discusses inclusive strategies for Community Engagement in New York City and beyond. Her expert perspectives are both strategic and hands-on.

Dr. Julie Gafney takes us on a ride through the developments and impacts of language during critical times. Historic and current issues are connected and discussed from various perspectives - buckle up.

Prof. Hill Fletcher discusses critical perspectives on the balances and imbalances of Community Engagement. Current examples and historical backgrounds offer fascinating "voices in between".

Prof. Dr. Manish Jain discusses connections between diversity and education with a special take on the Indian School System.