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Black Equity and Inclusion: Anti-Black Racism Learning Path

This learning path equips federal public servants at all levels and in all job functions to build a foundational understanding of anti-Black racism, apply an anti-Black racism lens, build historical awareness, support inclusive practices and foster meaningful allyships both in the workplace and in the delivery of services for Black Canadians.

Black equity and inclusion

Guided by the Sankofa principle, this curated collection of learning products is anchored by a teaching and learning framework that is built on four pillars: social transformation, Afrocentrism (an approach that recentres the perspectives, knowledge systems, and experiences of people of African descent), experiential learning, and a trauma-informed approach.

Developed in collaboration with members of Black employee networks and Black communities, this learning path aligns with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Canadian Human Rights Act , Canada's Black Justice Strategy, Changing Systems, Transforming Lives: Canada's Anti-Racism Strategy 2024-2028, the Clerk's Call to Action on Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion in the Federal Public Service, and the Canada Labour Code.

Awareness and foundational learning

The following foundational learning products identify how historical and present-day anti-Black racism shapes workplace experiences and public outcomes for Black Canadians.


Moving from awareness to action

The following learning products help public servants to identify systemic barriers, strengthen inclusive workplaces for Black employees, and deliver more equitable services to Black Canadians.


Black employee networks and resources

Many federal organizations have their own internal black employees network. Consult with your departmental diversity and inclusion office or employment equity team to learn more about what is available where you work.

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Sankofa
Originating from the Twi language of the Akan people in Ghana, Sankofa is a principle that underscores the importance of learning from the past to inform and improve the future. In the context of Canada's Black Justice Strategy, this principle emphasizes understanding the ways in which the justice system of today continues to perpetuate the injustices of the past. It encourages reflection on past mistakes and successes to build a more just future.

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