The psychological foundations of anti-Black racism: why and how (LEG00338)

Overview

Delivery method

Virtual classroom

Duration

1.5 hours

Audience

Employees

Description

This virtual forum will bring together guests from inside and outside the Government of Canada to better understand the psychological underpinnings of anti-Black racism, the psychological and physiological effects on individuals, workplaces and institutions, and strategies to support non-Black people, and Black people experiencing racism and discrimination.

The discussion is part of the Canadian Black Justice Strategy and is informed by the External Steering Group's report, Steps for Transformative Change and Framework Document. The forum will include a presentation based on a research paper by a recognized Canadian expert, followed by a facilitated discussion.

What To Expect

Participants can expect:

• A discussion on the human, organizational and institutional impacts of anti-Black racism
• A space to reflect on ways to support more equitable, inclusive, and responsible environments, as well as Black and non-Black people.

This course is in French, with interpretation available in English.

Client: Policy Integration and Coordination Section, Policy Sector in collaboration with the Centre of Expertise for Learning and Professional Development (CoELPD).

Registration deadline: 5 working days prior to the course date.

Participants are responsible for adding their training activities to their Outlook calendars.

Cancelling your registration: Simply log into your JUScampus account and select "Unregister" from this event page.

Accommodation Measures: The Department of Justice is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free learning environment. If you need workplace accommodations to fully participate in this training, contact your manager or the Centre for Workplace Access-Ability, Health and Wellness. Please note, the CWAHW requires at least 72 hours to respond.

Please contact the Centre of Expertise for Learning and Professional Development (CoELPD):

• For training material, at least 5 business days before the training session if needed in advance.
• To flag any other requests or accommodations needs, at least 10 business days before the training session.
• For more information or if you have any issues with this course.

For information about the continuing professional development (CPD) hours for this course, please consult the 2026 Accreditation Summary.

If you have questions concerning the accreditation process, please contact our accreditation team by email (Accreditations@justice.gc.ca).