Following the Summer Institute, the annual Conference will bring together a diverse range of stakeholders—policymakers, service providers, researchers, and community leaders—committed to the health and wellness of Black children and youth.
Conference Highlights:
- Research Presentations: Featuring work from Black child and youth wellness researchers, BYMLP team members, and participants.
- Community-Driven Discussions: Sessions led by youth, parents, and community leaders focused on strategies and solutions for wellness.
The conference will serve as a knowledge exchange platform, emphasizing inclusivity and collective priority-setting. Outcomes will contribute to a publication on Black child wellbeing, supporting future studies and initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement Day
In addition to our institute and conference, we invite you to join our Stakeholder Engagement Day, a half-day, hybrid event aimed at gathering input from a diverse array of voices, including Black youth, parents, policymakers, and community leaders.
Event Features:
- Breakout focus group discussions.
- Collaborative use of the Delphi approach to establish national research priorities.
Meet Our Interdisciplinary Team
Under the leadership of Professor Bukola Salami, our expert team is dedicated to addressing the needs of Black child and youth wellness:
- Dr. Shirley Anne Tate: EDI expert and mentor for early-career researchers.
- Dr. Lance McCready: Specialist in the health and well-being of Black men, boys, and queer youth.
- Jeanne Lehman: Community engagement leader and advocate for Black Canadian women.
- Dr. Malinda Smith: Advisor on EDI considerations for logistics and planning.
- Dr. Delores Mullings, Dr. Nicole Johnson, and Dr. Tya Collins: Experts in Black children’s health and educational experiences.
