Anti-Racism Action Program: Fair Representation of Racial Minorities in Canadian Higher Education
This project was funded by the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage and carried out by the Human Services Professionals Association (HSPA) in Alberta for two years between September 2021 and March 2023. This project aimed to examine the issue of Fair Representation of Racial Minorities in Alberta Higher Education Institutions, and more specifically sought to address the under-representation of racialized individuals in leadership positions in these institutions. The project utilized qualitative data, workshops, and consultations. Results from this project were analyzed and then presented at various workshops, and policy recommendations were developed.
Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI) Capacity Building Grant
The Human Services Professionals Association (HSPA) received a one-time grant aimed at enhancing the organization’s effectiveness by focusing on capacity building initiatives.
The Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI) Capacity Building Grant is a federally funded initiative to build the capacity of Black-led and Black-serving not-for-profit organizations in Canada.
This funding initiative will help HSPA identify and address the association’s specific needs to streamline operations, improve service delivery, foster innovation, and promote a lasting impact in its efforts to address in promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grant
This project is funded by the Government of Alberta and aims to leverage the Alberta Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Grant Program, focusing on enhancing cultural understanding, fostering cross-cultural awareness, and addressing racism within the community. By implementing targeted initiatives, the project seeks to educate and engage Albertans in efforts to combat racism and promote a more inclusive society. According to the Alberta government, supporting community organizations empowers them to have a voice in determining solutions through community-led anti-racism and cross-cultural awareness initiatives.
The purpose of this singular grant was to enable not for profit organizations in Alberta to “host and carry out engagement sessions and ensure the needs and concerns of people in communities impacted by racism are heard” (Government of Alberta, 2022).
Organizations or Communities taking the lead in engagement sessions will assist the government in gathering perspectives from a broader range of individuals across the province.
Project Objectives:
Amplify Voices: Provide a platform for individuals and communities impacted by racism to voice their needs and concerns.
Enhance Awareness: Raise awareness about the experiences of marginalized communities affected by racism, fostering empathy and understanding.
Facilitate Dialogue: Encourage open and constructive dialogue between affected communities and relevant stakeholders to address racism-related issues.
Promote Collaboration: Foster collaboration between non-profit organizations, governmental bodies, and communities to collectively combat racism.
Inform Policy and Action: Utilize gathered insights to shape policies and actions that effectively address the unique challenges faced by affected communities.
Empower Communities: Empower impacted communities by ensuring their active involvement in decision-making processes, ultimately driving meaningful change.
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