Inclusivity
This one-hour session will address the effects of intersecting forms of discrimination and oppression. Through the speakers’ lived experience and acquired knowledge, participants will gain a deeper understanding of core concepts around gender, sexuality, race, ability, and how to practise and teach their youth about inter-sectional inclusion.
Anti-Racism
This one-hour presentation will address the effects that racism and oppression have on racialized groups. Through the speakers’ lived experience and acquired knowledge, participants will gain a deeper understanding of systemic racism and what they can do within their community to actively create a more inclusive environment and support their youth.
Youth Mental Health: An Inside Look
Youth-led interactive assembly will engage parents and caregivers with a deeper look into youth mental health. Youth speakers will share personal stories of what helped them overcome their mental health challenges with a message of hope, empowerment and resilience. Caregivers will leave with a greater understanding of the mental health challenges their children may be facing.
Bullying Prevention & Online Spaces
This one-hour session will give parents and caregivers a deeper look into the effects of bullying and how to support their youth. Youth speakers will share personal stories about their challenges with bullying and a message of empowerment, hope, resilience and inclusivity. Caregivers will leave with a greater understanding of the challenges their youth may be facing, how to support them and foster a safe and positive environment.
Teacher's Workshop:
Mental Health & Inclusivity
This one-hour session will talk about the effects that racism and oppression have onracialized groups. Using examples of anti-racism from the speakers’ lived experience,participants will better understand what they can do to step up in their community andactively create a more inclusive environment. They will also learn how to talk with theyounger generation about racism.
SpeakReal Event
Connecting with Youth Begins with Understanding Them
Navigating youth mental health can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
SpeakReal is a warm, interactive evening where parents, educators, and caring adults gain honest insights and practical tools to support the youth in their lives.
Our Panel Delivers 3 Essential Perspectives:
- Youth Facilitators: Sharing real, lived experiences of what growing up today actually feels like.
- Licensed Professionals (CMHA): Providing reassuring expert guidance and evidence-based care strategies.
- School Board Mental Health Leads: Explaining how in-school supports work and how to bridge home and school.
Ask your questions in a judgment-free space, gain a deeper understanding of today’s youth, and learn how to foster a safe, supportive home and classroom environment.
For further inquires, contact Una Wright at una@youthspeak.ca or click the button below.
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