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Discover doctoral research from the IRTG Frontiers of Belonging and explore growing range of publications highlighting work on displacement, refuge seeking, and hospitality. Explore current projects and publications at: frontiersofbelonging.ca #FOB #SSHRC #DigitalHumanities

We’ve updated the Frontiers of Belonging website! Explore milestones since 2023, doctoral research projects, and how partnerships across @uOttawa, @UnivofGh & @UnivDouala are shaping scholarship and digital skills. Visit: FrontiersOfBelonging.ca #FrontiersOfBelonging #SSHRC

On March 10, join United Against Hate Canada (UAHC) in commemorating #HarrietTubmanDay. @WalkWithWeb's director and renowed historian Paul E. Lovejoy (@YorkUniversity) will share insights on her life and legacy. Message us for the Zoom link. #CanadianHistory

We’re excited to share that @WalkWithWeb is now on @bluesky! 🎉 Follow us for updates on our projects, collaborations, internships, and all things digital humanities. We’ll be sharing news, insights, and behind-the-scenes content you won’t want to miss. bsky.app/profile/walkwi…

Explore African Canadian history with award-winning historian Dr. @NHenryDixon (@YorkUniversity)! Discover open-access resources on Black Canadian histories and the African diaspora. Teaching African Canadian History: tach.natashahenrydixon.ca #BHM2026 #ProjectLaunch

Celebrating 100th anniversary of #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re excited to launch @WalkWithWeb’s 2026 project: Teaching African Canadian History by Dr. Natasha Henry-Dixon (@nhenrydixon) (@yorkuniversity). Visit and explore resources on Black Canadian history: tach.natashahenrydixon.ca

Why has Black history not been part of Ontario's official curriculum? A lack of will and persistent misconceptions, suggest @nhenrydixon (@slaveryontario @YorkUniversity) and Greg Morris (@YRDSB). Tonight at 8pm with @JeyanTVO | Producer: @PreetiBhuyan #BlackHistoryMonth #onted

@YorkUniversity spotlights the launch of the Sierra Leone Public Archives website. Developed by @WalkWithWeb with support from global partners, the platform expands access to Sierra Leone’s documentary heritage to support research & education. yorku.ca/yfile/2025/09/…

Appreciate @GleanerSierraLe’s coverage of the launch of the official Sierra Leone Public Archives website and its efforts to digitize records, making the nation’s history more accessible to the public. Read here: gleanersl.com/public-archive… Explore website: sierraleonepublicarchives.gov.sl

Public archives website launched to increase digital access and preservation gleanersl.com/public-archive…

We’re excited to share a video from Central University, capturing our CEO Kartikay Chadha’s visit to #SierraLeone. The trip strengthened our growing collaboration, opening new doors for research, digital innovation, and cultural exchange. youtu.be/s2lMwwlwgvk?fe… #WalkWithWeb

@WalkWithWeb & Sierra Leone Public Archives launched the SLPA website! Expanding global access to Sierra Leone’s heritage with support from government ministries (@Presidency_SL), @SSHRC_CRSH, @BritishLibrary, @Worcester_Uni, Dragen Lab, @TubmanInstitute sierraleonepublicarchives.gov.sl

@WalkWithWeb's CEO, Kartikay Chadha visited Sierra Leone recently to meet students & faculty from Central University who we have been collaborating with this summer. This marks an key step in our partnership opening doors for joint research, events, and long-term collaboration.

Last week, Kartikay Chadha, CEO of @WalkWithWeb led a #DigitalSkills workshop for the IRTG @UnivofGh under the @SSHRC_CRSH’s FrontiersOfBelonging.ca, co-directed by @MTerretta (@uOttawa), Michael Okyerefo (@UnivofGh), Ernest Messina (@UnivDouala) & Rose Ndengue (@YorkUniversity).

Don’t miss special presentation Freedom Realized and Delayed featuring @WalkWithWeb collaborator, director of @slaveryontario and assistant professor @YorkUniversity, Dr. Natasha Henry-Dixon. Place: Collingwood | Date: July 27 | Time: 2-4PM EDT Tickets: ow.ly/nKLJ50WvzOi

Celebrating 5 years of @WalkWithWeb! Thank you to anyone who supported us through our journey as we embark on more collaborations and projects in the years ahead. Visit us at walkwithweb.org to learn more about our services, projects and initiatives. #Anniversary

Today, we honor #NelsonMandelaDay! A powerful symbol of peace & justice, Mandela dedicated 67 years to human rights. His journey embodies resilience, reconciliation, and the power of collective action. Let’s honor him by dedicating some time today towards an act of kindness.

Event: Freedom Realized and Delayed Dr. Natasha Henry-Dixon discusses Emancipation Day, Black resistance & Canadian history. 🗓️ July 27, 2025 🕑 2–4 PM EDT 📍 Simcoe Street Theatre, Collingwood ON Presented by Sheffield Park Black History Museum Tickets: eventbrite.ca/e/freedom-real…

ReviewsInDH spotlights LiberatedAfricans.org, a project mapping #DigitalIdentities freed from slave ships in 19th century, only to face indentured labor. reviewsindh.pubpub.org/pub/liberated-… Partnership Digital Slavery Research Lab @CUBoulder, support from @SSHRC_CRSH, @NEHgov, @MellonFdn

Real people. Real stories. Real impact. At @WalkWithWeb, we utilize technology and storytelling to amplify voices and connect communities. Let’s walk the path forward, together. walkwithweb.org #WalkWithWebVoices #TogetherWeRise #StoriesThatInspire