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#ITSTARTS with dismantling systems of oppression so that there is equitable access to and distribution of opportunities and resources and EVERYONE can fulfill their potential. instagram.com/p/CbP0G1BLKmJ/…

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Changemaker in Residency Week is open to all community members to explore and talk about taking action on complex issues like racism #ITSTARTS with learning. Register georgiancollegecrw52022.sched.com @simcoecounty @ICGeorgian @changethenowgc @ChangemakerGC

•Consider what resources are or are not available at your organization, including interpretation services and translated materials. •Appreciate how difficult it is to learn another language and provide support. Learn more: simcoe.ca/ITSTARTS #ITSTARTS #OrilliaOPP ^aw

Consider the difference between equity and equality. - Equality is treating everyone the same. - Equity is giving everyone what they need to be successful. #ItStarts @SimcoeCounty #Ramara

Let’s challenge ourselves to take a stand & address racism and discrimination in Simcoe County. Together as a community, we have the power to influence change. Watch this video and let’s get the conversation started. #ITStarts #SimcoeCounty Learn More at simcoe.ca/dpt/ccs/lip/it…

Education is essential to making change happen. We are sharing the following terms and their definitions in hope of starting a conversation encouraging safe and purposeful action against racism and discrimination. #ITStarts #SimcoeCounty Learn More at simcoe.ca/dpt/ccs/lip/it…

#ITSTARTS with challenging stereotypes. Become aware of your own biases & challenge common stereotypes. Separate myths from facts & learn about how immigrants enrich our #communities at simcoe.ca/Itstarts #ITSTARTS #March #diversity #inclusion #acceptance #equity #equality

Our week as Community Champions for this year’s #ITStarts campaign is nearly over but the initiative continues all month. Keep up the momentum year round as we all work to ensure our communities are welcoming for everyone. ⁦@simcoecounty⁩ #ItStartsWithAllofUs

We’re celebrating the #ITStarts campaign by highlighting diversity in our communities. Inclusion, acceptance and equity starts with all of us. ⁦@simcoecounty⁩

#itstarts with learning with others Thank you @Rabia_Khokhar1 for helping educators to further develop critical literacies to dismantle oppressive systems in education while working towards developing anti-oppressive pedagogies.

This morning at #CountyCouncil, Warden @cornellghc proclaimed March as #ITSTARTS Month to help raise awareness about diversity and inclusion, and reduce racism and discrimination across #SimcoeCounty. Find out how you can get involved simcoe.ca/dpt/ccs/lip/it…

Student Achievement and Student Success team members are highlighting their plan to support the #ITSTARTS campaign @SCDSB_Schools

Reduce tokenism! Work for meaningful change by asking questions: -How inclusive is my workplace? -How diverse is the leadership in my organization? -How diverse are the people holding positions of authority in my community? #ITSTARTS

We’re taking action against racism and discrimination! #itstarts

As of May 23 at 8:00 a.m., youth aged 12 and over will be eligible to book their #COVID19 vaccine appointment through ontario.ca/bookvaccine and the provincial call centre, as well as at select pharmacies administering the Pfizer vaccine. news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…