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#LGTTechCollect Drive - Sep 2021

M aking access to technology and learning more accessible and equitable for youth, parents and communities.

Let's Get Together is a nonprofit organization that aims to make learning equitable and education accessible.

We envision a world where every youth has equal opportunity to pursue higher education with no barriers and purposeful support.

We create student-led initiatives that inspire youth connections and mentorship opportunities while helping parents understand the challenges youth face today so they can learn how best to support their child in building their own bright future.

Donate to support our cause

Volunteer at our events

Participate in our youth groups

Partner with us to organize various events

Donate your obsolete equipment

Share information about our services with others

Thank you so much for all of your wonderful support aiding my family in getting ourselves the appropriate computer that suits our needs. Being a single mother of 6 children between the ages of 2 to 17 years old and also being in the middle of looking to move, it is nice to now have the tools needed, and that there is an organization that cares about the community needs. I am grateful for you Let's Get Together!

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Know someone who wants to study medicine...

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Know someone who wants to study medicine...

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If anyone has or knows of a Child that is still in College who wants to Study MEDICINE, tell such Student to apply to THE LANGONE MEDICAL CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE AT THE NEW YORK  UNIVERSITY.
IT IS TOTALLY FREE!!!!!!
We are talking of about $400,000 in Student Fees free as in ZERO Dollar.
The School has $600 Million of unclaimed money for scholarship.
Please forward this to every Platform.
If a girl and black, there are even more perks!
NYU School of Medicine
550 First Avenue
New York, NY 10016
Education and Research Information
Office of Admissions (MD degree programs)
212-263-5290
admissions@med.nyu.edu
Graduate Medical Education
212-263-5506
gmesupport@nyulangone.org
Sackler Institute of Graduate Biomedical Sciences (PhD and MD/PhD programs)
212-263-5648
sackler-info@nyulangone.org
Postdoctoral Training
646-501-4130
postdoc-info@nyulangone.org
Continuing Medical Education
212-263-5295
cme@nyulangone.org
Office of Alumni Relations
212-263-5390
alumni@med.nyu.edu

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Deadline to apply is March 17th, 2022

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**If you previously applied to this posting, you do not need to reapply as your application will still be considered. Thank you!
JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 5042
Salary Information: $16.59 - $21.97 per hour
Employment Type: Summer Student
Weekly Hours: 40 hours Off Days: Various Shift: Various
Posted On: March 4, 2022
Last Day to Apply: March 17, 2022

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."

The Toronto Transit Commission is currently accepting Summer Student applications for Summer 2022 - May 2, 2022 to August 27, 2022. We offer a wide range of entry level and specialty positions in various locations throughout the City of Toronto. Most positions involve working in a unionized environment. Some positions may involve working outdoors, while others may require specific licenses, skillsets and/or work experience.

The TTC operates 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. Therefore, students must be flexible and willing to work shift work, as 80% of the positions available involve working various shifts (morning, afternoon, nights), which may include working weekends and holidays.

Janitorial duties are performed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (subsequently, shifts include days, afternoons, and nights with rotating off days).

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The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ(IA+) community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Human Resources - Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

Note: All TTC Employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a precondition of employment in accordance with TTC's Mandatory Vaccination Policy

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Career Opportunities: Summer Student Program (Maintenance) (5042)

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If you previously applied to this posting, you do not need to reapply as your application will still be considered. Thank you!

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Black Entrepreneur Startup Program

Financing + mentorship + resources

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Black
Entrepreneur
Startup
Program

Financing + mentorship + resources

Our team will guide you through all the steps to embark on your business journey-from planning to financing to launch. Our program for Black entrepreneurs age 18-39 provides startup loan financing and up to two years of mentorship, plus access to resources and networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs across Canada.

With Diversity & Inclusion as core values, Futurpreneur supports young Canadian entrepreneurs from all backgrounds, helping them launch and grow successful businesses.

We launched this tailored version of our core Startup Program specifically to help address some of the barriers to success faced by many aspiring Black entrepreneurs.

This program is funded by RBC, with additional loan financing from BDC.

WE OFFER:

Read news, articles and stories about inspiring Black entrepreneurs, leaders and changemakers.

Resources

Explore our resources by topic for both entrepreneurs and mentors

From ideation to business plan creation our Entrepreneurship Pathway provides both a framework and resources to help you on your way

Check out our FREE interactive Business Plan Writer packed full of tools and templates to help you create this important document

A quick overview of what's needed

Get your numbers in line to apply for start up capital!

OUR PROGRAM PARTNERS

We thank our program partners for helping us support young Black entrepreneurs across Canada.

© Futurpreneur Canada 2022

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Financing + mentorship + resources Our team will guide you through all the steps to embark on your business journey-from planning to financing to launch. Our program for Black entrepreneurs age 18-39 provides startup loan financing and up to two years of mentorship, plus access to resources and networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs across Canada.

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Howard University is offering scholarships

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Howard University is offering scholarships

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Howard University is offering scholarships to Jamaicans students or students of Jamaican descent at Howard. Sometimes these scholarships are overlooked. Please circulate among your Jamaican families, friends and associates.

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Welcome To JHUAN!

The Jamaican Howard University Affinity Network (JHUAN) or 'J1' was created to provide greater support to Jamaican students at Howard University. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Honorable Audrey P. Marks, Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, and Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, President of Howard University, JHUAN was established in 2018 with the mission to serve the Jamaican student community at Howard University through scholarships, mentoring and career development.

Who We Are

A Jamaican Community/Affinity group within the HU Community

Our goal is to increase the pipeline of Jamaican students that successfully matriculate through Howard University. Over the last several years, the total number of Jamaican students on campus has grown at an average rate of 16.7%. JHUAN is here to provide support to the growing number of students studying at Howard and to encourage them to become lifelong supporters of their alma mater.

Upcoming Events

HUes of Blue - 3rd Annual Fundraiser Event

Join our virtual fundraiser event on October 2, 2021 at 6:30pm EST.

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JHUAN - The Jamaican Howard University Affinity Network

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The Jamaican Howard University Affinity Network (JHUAN) or 'J1' was created to provide greater support to Jamaican students at Howard University. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Honorable Audrey P. Marks, Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, and Dr. Wayne A.I.

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The Onyx Initiative is hosting an Open House event on Thursday, March 17th for all potential scholars, parents, and community members who are interested in learning more about our program.

Our next application deadline will be April 1st, 2022.
The link for registration is here: https://bit.ly/3tmxcpb

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We look forward to seeing you at BE-STEMM 2022!The Canadian Black Scientists Network is pleased to host you for a rich, four day virtual program featuring outstanding research, career & recruitment opportunities, and facilitated connections across sectors. Throughout our program, we will engage Canadians from across the country to focus on action to remove barriers to attracting and retaining Black Canadians in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine & Health (STEMM).

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We look forward to seeing you at BE-STEMM 2022!The Canadian Black Scientists Network is pleased to host you for a rich, four day virtual program featuring outstanding research, career & recruitment opportunities, and facilitated connections across sectors. Throughout our program, we will engage Canadians from across the country to focus on action to remove barriers to attracting and retaining Black Canadians in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine & Health (STEMM).

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This event takes place on Sunday Jan. 30th, 2022 and is open to students grades 7 and up.

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High School Homework Support! Tutors Available!

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High School Homework Support! Tutors Available!

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We are inviting all youth ages 8 to 25 year old from the African, Caribbean and Black communities to join us over the holiday for a one-hour workout session. To learn more about the upcoming session and our guest Mo Akins, please click Here

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youth virtual fitness session part 2 tickets

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Eventbrite - LJ Legacy Impact Foundation presents Youth Virtual Fitness Session Part 2 - Wednesday, 29 December 2021 - Find event and ticket information.

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Virtual Fitness Session for boys and young men, ages 8 -25

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Virtual Fitness Session for boys and young men, ages 8 -25

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Virtual Fitness Session for boys and young men, ages 8 -25 years who self-identify as Black, African, Afro-Canadian, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Indigenous, African diaspora.

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Online Events | Attend Virtual Events From Home | Eventbrite

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Online events are amazing opportunities to have fun and learn. Find a new online course, a fun live stream, or an insightful webinar on Eventbrite.

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Youth Mentoring Program - Developing Black Leaders Of Tomorrow

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Youth Mentoring Program - Developing Black Leaders Of Tomorrow

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This engaging initiative offers the opportunity for Black youth to be mentored by a seasoned professional who supports them in developing business and professional skills. Mentees develop the skills that they need to succeed as professionals and business owners, learning how to attract investors and gain access to capital.

Mentees will also attend innovative workshops, group meetups and hone their business and personal skills while having access to a supportive network.

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Considering 30% of businesses don't make it past the first 2 years while those who have the support of a mentor have a 70% success rate, joining the Black Leaders of Tomorrow (BLT) Youth Business Mentoring program is paramount to the Black business community.

Specifically, the BLT program is a business mentoring program for Black youth who wish to embark on the journey of becoming a business professional. It is also for Black youth those who have already begun their journey but wish to reap the benefits of having a mentor.

This engaging initiative offers the opportunity for Black youth to be mentored by a seasoned professional who supports them in developing business and professional skills. Mentees develop the skills that they need to succeed as professionals and business owners, learning how to attract investors and gain access to capital.

Mentees will also attend innovative workshops, group meetups and hone their business and personal skills while having access to a supportive network.

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Black Leaders Of Tomorrow | Roots Community Services Inc.

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Considering 30% of businesses don't make it past the first 2 years while those who have the support of a mentor have a 70% success rate, joining the Black Leaders of Tomorrow (BLT) Youth Business Mentoring program is paramount to the Black business community.

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Young adults entering the workforce are taught how to build a strong work ethic and other professional development life skills.

It is a series of 20 workshops to assist grade 12 and young adults who have come back to school to build the skills needed to obtain and maintain employment.

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Get Yo' Life is a professional development and life skills program for young adults entering the workforce.

Young adults entering the workforce are taught how to build a strong work ethic and other professional development life skills.

It is a series of 20 workshops to assist grade 12 and young adults who have come back to school to build the skills needed to obtain and maintain employment.

Youth participating in this program will learn the value of:

Time management

Prioritization

Goal setting - short & long-term

Adaptability

Effective Communication skills

And so much more

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Young adults entering the workforce are taught how to build a strong work ethic and other professional development life skills. It is a series of 20 workshops to assist grade 12 and young adults who have come back to school to build the skills needed to obtain and maintain employment.

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The purpose of Onyx Initiative is to expand the Black Talent pipeline by fostering cohesive, mutually beneficial partnerships to close the systemic gap in the recruiting and selection of Black university and college students and recent graduates for roles in corporate Canada.

Onyx Initiative aspires to be a catalyst for the professional growth and development of Black Canadians as they launch their careers after university/college, helping them through access to placements, mentorships, coaching and professional development.

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Expanding the Black talent pipeline by fostering mutually-beneficial partnerships to close the systemic recruiting gap.

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At Patches 360, we are strong education... advocates. We believe that an education can liberate and empower individuals, preparing them to deal with complexity, adversity, change, and build strong self-awareness. We understand that attending and completing a post-secondary diploma or degree may not be a desirable goal for all. With that in mind, we aim to assist individuals in finding community placements/purposeful –work programs, exploring connections between their intellectual and vocational goals. Creating various opportunities for one to reflect on their experiences and to build their own paths based on these experiences.

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Weekly SWAG drop in sessions for the Ridgeway Community take place on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to receive mentorship, develop your leadership skills, and form meaningful connections; all while gaining community hours!

To join us, email the

info@peelswag.ca or peelswag@gmail.com to receive the WebEx link!

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Weekly SWAG drop in sessions take place on Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to receive mentorship, develop your leadership skills, and form meaningful connections; all while gaining community hours!

To join us, email the

info@peelswag.ca or peelswag@gmail.com to receive the WebEx link!

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Student and Family Advocate (SFA) Program

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Student and Family Advocate (SFA) Program

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The Student and Family Advocate Program (SFA) is a Black community based program designed to support Black families and students as they engage with the education system.

There are 17 Black led organizations with SFAs across Ontario.

The SFA program is  ‘Systems Navigation’ by another name. We are your village.

No matter what type of support you need we’ll stand beside you as you engage with your child’s school.

https://studentandfamilyadvocate.com/

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Pathway to Care provides mental health and addiction care for Black children, youth, and families.

https://www.pathwaystocare.ca

https://torontocaribbean.com/pathway-to-care-provides-mental-health-and-addiction-care-for-black-children-youth-and-families/

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Interactive Map

Explore Healthcare Locations

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Black youth in Canada are four times more likely to first enter the mental healthcare system through the emergency department, which suggests worse symptoms, than white youth

16 months

The amount of time, on average, that Black youth wait for mental health treatment, double the amount of time than white youth, who wait eight.

50%

The percentage of Black youth that have encounters with the police on their way into the mental healthcare system

Despite these barriers to access, very little is known about the best ways to implement mental healthcare for Black children and youth in Ontario. Pathways to Care will increase understanding about the unique barriers to care for Black Canadians by engaging Black children, youth, and their families who face significant barriers to mental health and addictions services in the creation of a better mental healthcare system

The Solution

Transforming the mental healthcare system for Black children and youth: What Can We Do?

Young people aged 15-24 experience mental illness and difficulty with substance use more than any other age group. Developing interventions for children and youth is key because this a crucial time in their development. Children, teens, and young adults experiencing challenges with their mental health need specific, easy to access programs that keep their development and unique social experiences in mind.

At Pathways to Care, we are aim to create a society where Black children and youth can access the care they need. Join us in creating this change and partner with us.

Partner with us

Our Work

Project Activities and Outcomes

Over the next 5 years, Pathways to Care plans to implement a full research and community engagement program.

Research

Collect information from a variety of sources including journal articles, focus groups, and community consultations

Dissemination

Use the information gathered to create action and share the findings through community events, workshops, and documents that outline best practices

Community Building

Build networks & communities of service providers and organizations that will ensure proper mental health and addictions care for Black children and youth

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Interactive Map Black youth in Canada are four times more likely to first enter the mental healthcare system through the emergency department, which suggests worse symptoms, than white youth The amount of time, on average, that Black youth wait for mental health treatment, double the amount of time than white youth, who wait eight.

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The weekly SWAG Leadership program takes place every Monday and Wednesday. All sessions are from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to receive mentorship, develop your leadership skills, and form meaningful connections; all while gaining community hours!

To join us, email the

info@peelswag.ca or peelswag@gmail.com to receive the WebEx link!

Note: The SWAG Leadership Program Winter 22'] begins Monday, February 7th, 2022 @6pm, email us to register!

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A catalyst for the professional growth and development of Black University and College students and recent graduates as they launch their careers, helping them through access to placements, mentorships, coaching and professional development.

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NIGELA PURBOO

"Stand for What is Right. Even if it Means Standing Alone."

Thankfully, Nigela Purboo's tireless efforts have always been bolstered by a collective of like-minded individuals and organizations who share her conviction and determination to ensure all people - regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, socio-economic background or any other demographics - have equal access to the opportunities and necessities they seek.

Nigela graduated from Western University in 1992, with a Master's in Cultural Anthropology, specializing in human rights and race relations. After graduation, she devoted her time to various organizations and causes, most notably The North York Committee on Community, Race and Ethnic Relations, The Urban Alliance on Race Relations, The Race Relations and Policing Unit of the Solicitor General's Office and other government-funded initiatives. Prior to departing from the workforce on maternity leave, Nigela was a key part of the team that spearheaded the Toronto District School Board, Change Your Future Program - an effort that aligned perfectly with her passion for human rights and anti-racism issues and her philanthropic endeavours that focus on education and health care. For the past four years, she has been a member of the Foundation Board of the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, resigning recently to pursue other ventures, leading to the establishment of Onyx Initiative.

Nigela is an avid supporter of Food For The Poor Canada, The University of the West Indies, Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital and The Hospital For Sick Children. She resides in Oakville, Ontario with her husband, Wayne Purboo and their three sons.

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"Stand for What is Right. Even if it Means Standing Alone." Thankfully, Nigela Purboo's tireless efforts have always been bolstered by a collective of like-minded individuals and organizations who share her conviction and determination to ensure all people - regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, socio-economic background or any other demographics - have equal access to the opportunities and necessities they seek.

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Supporting children with exceptionalities and their families.

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The diagnosis of developmental disability is made by a professional, like a pediatrician, a neurologist, or a psychologist. This diagnosis is usually made in early childhood when a child does not meet expected developmental milestones.

If you are unsure whether or not your child has a developmental disability, please contact your child's Doctor for further guidance.

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Developmental Services and Safety Training for Children | Youth | Adults | Respite and Home Care

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The diagnosis of developmental disability is made by a professional, like a pediatrician, a neurologist, or a psychologist. This diagnosis is usually made in early childhood when a child does not meet expected developmental milestones. If you are unsure whether or not your child has a developmental disability, please contact your child's Doctor for further guidance.