Black Identity in Canada and What It Means for Young People in an Ever-Radicalized World (Thunder Bay, ON & Online)

In celebration of Black History Month, Lakehead University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to join us for a special presentation, headlined by CBC’s Elamin Abdelmahmoud.

This public event will feature a fireside chat between Elamin Abdelmahmoud, host of CBC’s daily arts, entertainment, and pop culture show Commotion, and Lakehead Chancellor Dr. Rita Shelton Deverell.

Grounded in the theme "Black Identity in Canada and What It Means for Young People in an Ever-Radicalized World", the conversation will explore how culture, media, and storytelling shape identity, challenge stereotypes, and influence how young people see themselves and their futures.

Elamin will reflect on his experience as a newcomer to Canada, having immigrated from Sudan at age 12, and on his work in media and cultural commentary. Together, the speakers will consider the responsibility of representation and the evolving role of Black voices in Canadian public life.

This special Black History Month presentation celebrates Lakehead University’s and Thunder Bay’s fast-growing Black community and offers an opportunity to come together for a month of recognition, celebration, reflection, and meaningful conversation.

The event will also be livestreamed.

TO REGISTER:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchJzz5Lj2r9LX1_SfILK-vBFOZGSKH...