Free Webinar - Impact of Race and Culture on Black Recognition in Saskatchewan (CPD 444)

Qualifies for 1.25 CPD Hour, all of which qualifies for Ethics

In furtherance of its work in advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and under the auspices of its Black Heritage Education series, the Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation Inc (TAYFFI) is facilitating this webinar session with the Law Society of Saskatchewan.

This interactive webinar will explore how race and culture shape the recognition, representation, and lived experiences of Black individuals and communities within Saskatchewan’s social, legal, and institutional systems.

Drawing from community-based work, lived experience, and youth-centered advocacy, this session will examine how historical and contemporary forms of systemic racism influence visibility, access, and outcomes for Black people across sectors, including justice, education, employment, and public services.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how cultural misrecognition, implicit bias, and structural inequities impact trust in institutions and contribute to barriers in equitable engagement with legal and civic systems. The presentation will also highlight the role of community organizations, grassroots leadership, and culturally responsive approaches in advancing recognition, accountability, and justice from the ground up.

Through discussion, reflection, and real-world examples, attendees can expect to strengthen their cultural awareness, enhance their ability to engage respectfully with Black communities, and consider practical strategies for fostering equity, inclusion, and meaningful recognition within their professional practice.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this professional development session, participants will be able to:

1. Demonstrate increased knowledge of how race, culture, and systemic inequities affect the recognition and lived experiences of Black individuals and communities in Saskatchewan.
2. Recognize and assess the impact of cultural misrecognition, implicit bias, and structural barriers on equitable access to justice and institutional engagement.
3. Evaluate professional and institutional roles in advancing culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and equity-focused approaches within legal and civic systems.
4. Integrate community-informed strategies into legal practice to promote inclusion, accountability, and meaningful engagement with Black communities

Presenter:
Anthony Olusula, Executive Director, Truly Alive Youth and Family Foundation, Inc.

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For virtual activities, registration closes one hour before the program start time. Materials’ links are typically available two business days in advance of the program date (subject to availability and where applicable). Registrations received within two business days of the date of the program may result in not receiving materials’ links until the program date.

Program formats and dates are subject to change. Prices are subject to GST. This program is being recorded and will be available to registrants and on-demand subject to any issues with the recording. We reserve the right to change speakers, modify the program schedule, and/or revise content if necessary. In the unlikely event that the Law Society of Saskatchewan is forced to modify its program schedule, registrants will be notified.