CACD Symposium: Empowered Voices - Youth Leadership, Intersectionality, Advocacy, and Cultural Expression in Breaking Systemic Barriers
Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (with Continental Breakfast & Lunch)
Location: Erin Meadows Community Centre, 2800 Erin Centre Blvd, Mississauga, ON L5M 5Z7
Join us for the CACD Symposium, a one-day interactive workshop designed to empower and inspire. Participate in thought-provoking conversations on intersectionality, systemic barriers, advocacy, and cultural expression. Through immersive multimedia exhibits, youth-led discussions, and transformative workshops, you'll gain practical tools to create lasting change in your community.
Why Attend?
- Be inspired: Learn from influential youth leaders, community advocates, and experts who are making a difference.
- Make Connections: Network with like-minded individuals passionate about social justice and equity.
- Express Yourself: Celebrate and explore Black cultural expression through art, literature, and storytelling.
- Strengthen Your Voice: Gain practical skills to challenge racism, promote inclusivity, and lead advocacy efforts.
- Be Part of the Solution: Collaborate in workshops designed to create actionable strategies for community impact.
Highlights Include:
- Multimedia Exhibit: Explore the impact of systemic racism through visual storytelling and personal testimonies.
- Youth Leadership Workshop: Develop action plans to address racism and hate in schools and communities.
- Cultural Art Exhibit & Author Showcase: Celebrate Black cultural contributions and connect with artists and authors.
- Intersectionality & Advocacy Workshop: Discuss systemic oppression and collective solutions.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with leaders, activists, and community members.
Who Should Attend: Youth (ages 15-29), educators, community leaders, artists, authors, and advocates interested in advancing social justice.
Your Voice Matters! Don’t miss this opportunity to amplify your voice, ignite change, and contribute to building a more inclusive and equitable future.