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Photo courtesy of John Cameron, photographer for SD64: Gulf Islands
July 16, 2020

Resources for Teachers to Support the Understanding of Racism 

In 2020, the world has experienced some significant events that will mark our history forever. The Black Lives Matter movement has inspired people to examine systemic racism within their communities and seek meaningful ways to address racism within their spheres of influence.  Understanding both the issue of systemic racism and how to be an ally to those experiencing it is foundational in building safe and welcoming school environments.

School District 64 Gulf Islands, has created a webpage full of resources and videos to further our understanding of racism within our community and the world. One of the resources is an Indigenous Education Program, which both supports the success of Indigenous learners in the district, while promoting a deep awareness of Indigenous culture and history among all students. Other resources include mental health supports and information from the Black History Awareness Society.

If you have any resources that support deepening allyship and fostering an understanding of difference, please share them by emailing us

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