Justice
Justice matters to God. Throughout Scripture, we see Godβs deep concern for the oppressed, the marginalized, and the vulnerable and weβre called to share in that concern. Seeking justice isnβt just a political issue or a cultural trend; itβs a reflection of Godβs heart and a core part of faithful living.
But when we look around at the weight of injustice in the world racism, poverty, environmental crisis, systemic inequality, itβs easy to feel overwhelmed. It can be hard to know where to begin.
This page exists to help. Itβs a growing collection of resources for those who want to listen, learn, and respond. Itβs not comprehensive and itβs not final, but itβs a place to start. A way to be informed, to grow in awareness, and to join in Godβs work of healing and restoration with greater humility, clarity, and care.
What is anti-racism?
This space was created as a starting point for those who wish to learn more about equity and justice issues without undue burden on marginalized groups and individuals. This is an incomplete listing of resources as we are all still learning and resources are continually being added.
If you have questions or would like to share a resource, please let us know.
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Represent Asian Project π¨π¦
Project 1907 π¨π¦
Report on 2020 Anti-Asian Incidents in Canada (CBC) π¨π¦
"Why are we so shocked by recent waves of anti-Asian violence?" (Toronto Star) π¨π¦
βI am not your Asian stereotypeβ (TED Talk on the model minority myth, 9 min) πΊπΈ
The Model Minority Myth: Webinar (40min) πΊπΈ
Asian-American Racial Justice Toolkit (Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance) πΊπΈ
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Anti-Black Racism resources (Canadian Council of Churches) π¨π¦
Being Black in Canada (CBC) π¨π¦
'We do not accept your apology,' activist tells Toronto's police chief after race-based data released (CBC) π¨π¦
"Defund the Police? An Abolition Curriculum" (Mennonite Church USA) πΊπΈ
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"Food banks aren't supposed to exist in 2022" (CBC)π¨π¦
FoodShare is a food justice organization, advocating for the right to food, and working to challenge the systemic barriers that keep people from accessing the food they need to thrive. π¨π¦
PROOF is an interdisciplinary research program examining effective policy interventions to reduce household food insecurity in Canada. π¨π¦
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International Women's Day: Women and Gender Equality Canada π¨π¦, United Nations πΊπ³
Women of Impact in Canada Gallery (Women and Gender Equality Canada) π¨π¦
International Day of the Girl: Women and Gender Equality Canada π¨π¦, United Nations πΊπ³
Canadian Annual Femicide Report 2020 (Toronto Star) π¨π¦
Pandemic job losses threaten to leave women behind permanently, RBC warns (CBC) π¨π¦
Violence against women (World Health Organization) πΊπ³
"I was raped at university. Here's why I never reported it." (CBC Opinion) π¨π¦
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United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) (PDF) πΊπ³
Walking Together: We Are All Treaty People - Conference Recordings π¨π¦
Indigenous Canada: U of A (free) online course π¨π¦
Support the Indian Residential School Survivors Society π¨π¦
What is Allyship π¨π¦
Red Chef Revival: Explore Reconciliation Through Food documentary series π¨π¦
Reserve 107 documentary π¨π¦
Jordan River Anderson, The Messenger documentary π¨π¦
Information about Jordan's Principle π¨π¦
Videos: βTrick or Treaty?β, βAlanisβ βObomsawinβ, provided by the National Film Board of Canada π¨π¦
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Intersection of sex (purity culture), race, gender and faith (TIME interview) πΊπΈ
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"A lot of things are true." (Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg)
With God on Our Side documentary
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A Love Letter to Asian Americans (TIME) πΊπΈ
This Is What No One Tells You About Being Asian in America in 2021 (HuffPost) πΊπΈ
The Atlanta Shooting and the Dehumanizing of Asian Women (The New Yorker) πΊπΈ
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Use this worksheet to help guide reflections on white dominant culture and bias.
Vital Signs 2021: annual report on how Toronto is doing (Toronto Foundation) π¨π¦
How to spark change within our unequal education system: Don't Call Me Resilient podcast, Ep 3 (audio & transcript) π¨π¦
Dismantling Racism in Canada resources (Christian Reformed Church) π¨π¦
Anti-Racism Resource Guide πΊπΈ