“Some are posting on social media. Some are protesting in the streets. Some are donating silently. Some are educating themselves. Some are having tough conversations with friends & family. A revolution has many lanes – be kind to yourself and to others who are traveling in the same direction just keep your foot on the gas”
Octavia Spencer As Canadians reflect, seek education, gather knowledge and take action on anti-racism, these are some of the key questions to help guide the process:
How can Canadians focus on providing content, resources and programs that can reduce barriers for marginalized communities in sport?
To help create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment in Canadian sport, below is a collection of key terms, educational resources and support organizations:
Key Terms:
Ally is a member of a different group who works to end a form of discrimination for a particular individual or designated group.Anti-racism is the active process of identifying and eliminating racism by changing systems, organizational structures, policies and practices and attitudes, so that power is redistributed and shared equitably.Individual racism is structured by an ideology (set of ideas, values and beliefs) that frames one’s negative attitudes towards others; and is reflected in the willful, conscious/unconscious, direct/indirect, or intentional/unintentional words or actions of individuals. Institutional racism exists in organizations or institutions where the established rules, policies, and regulations are both informed by, and inform, the norms, values, and principles of institutions. These in turn, systematically produce differential treatment of, or discriminatory practices towards various groups based on race. It is enacted by individuals within organizations, who because of their socialization, training and allegiance to the organization abide by and enforce these rules, policies and regulations. It essentially maintains a system of social control that favours the dominant groups in society (status quo).Unconscious bias is an association or attitude about a person or social group that, while not plainly expressed, operates beyond our control and awareness, informs our perceptions, and can influence our decision-making and behavior.
Sources: Canadian Race Relations Foundation, Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre and Catalyst
SIRC Blog
Tackling Racism on Campus
by Devon Bowyer and Jada Roach, BIPOC Varsity Association, University of Toronto
SCRI Conference 2020
At the SCRI Conference, Diversity and Inclusion were at the core of the discussions. The conference brought together leading researchers and practitioners to discuss diversity and inclusion in the Canadian sport context, share tranformational programs and highlight research being done.
Driving Change Spotlights
Black Canadian Coaches Association
Website: thebcca.com
VIDEO
Dr. Tricia McGuire Adams
VIDEO
Pour3Points
Website: pour3points.ca
VIDEO
Panel
VIDEO
Recent societal events have created space to discuss persisting injustices within the Canadian sport system. This panel discusses anti-racism in sport with the goal of advancing the conversation, promoting learning, and supporting action to ensure sport in Canada is safe, welcoming and inclusive. Resources from SIRC’s Experts
Books
How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X Kendi
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
So you want to talk about race by Ijeoma Oluo
The Skin We’re in by Desmond Cole
Policing Black Lives by Robin Maynard
11 Books by Black Canadian Authors
Educational Resources Organizations Canadian Race Relations Foundation is dedicated to the elimination of racism and all forms of discrimination in Canadian society.
The Canadian Anti-Racism Education and Research Society
The Canadian Anti-Hate Network have missions focused on shutting down hate groups.
Explore SIRC’s website to discover additional content and resources on diversity and inclusion:
