This course builds on the innovative toolkit “Towards Positive Change to Promote Mental Health and Well-being: A Toolkit for Black Canadians,” developed through the lived experiences and insights of African, Caribbean, and Black (ACB) community members.
Dates: 8 Mondays, September 15 – November 10, 2025 (No class on October 13)
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Bosede Oyelakin and Rispah Namunyu
Online: Via Zoom
Grounded in cultural knowledge and collective resilience, the toolkit aims to raise awareness about mental illness, mental health, and overall well-being within communities that have historically faced systemic barriers to care.
The course offers a culturally affirming space to explore mental health, challenge stigma and promote sustainable wellness. It is a call to action to strengthen support systems and foster long-term mental health resilience. This course invites participants to explore mental health through a lens shaped by lived experience, community strength, and cultural insight.
Weekly Topics:
- Myths and Truths about Mental Health
- Factors that Impact Mental Health
- Health Equity and Mental Health
- Gender Based Analysis Plus
- Parental Influences and Mental Health
- Impact of Housing on Mental Health
- Workplace Policies and Procedures
- Taking Care of Your Own Mental Health and Taking Care of Others