o counter the rising hate, we need to take a moment to pause before we share; check the content’s origin; speak up calmly but firmly against hate speech and call it out…
The worst form of social media misuse is the dissemination of misleading information. Keeping your cool and avoiding spreading false information is the greatest tip for using social media responsibly. There is…
This shows how institutions that supported slavery and racism in the past are being humiliated and disgraced today. The same will happen to the systems, structures and institutions that sustain the legacy…
You know the old children rhyme about sticks and stones. Well, it’s wrong. Words most certainly can hurt, and they can inspire other people to take threatening actions. The signs of growing…
The idea that the important thing to debate is whether the Emergencies Act should have been invoked or not is not right. The point to deliberate is how to address the root…
Every one of us has a role to play, but many people don’t know how to intervene effectively. Here are some tips: Author of the article: Abid Jan Published in Ottawa Citizen Aug…
Hate speech is prohibited in a restaurant but not online. No wonder why online hate and extremism are on the rise. All eyes are on the government to fulfil its promise of…
What Martin Luther said could be a way to deal with the growing polarization and hatred in our society today. Some of us ask, why are hate movements on the rise that…
Like a real pyramid, the pyramid of hate must be build up from the bottom. The layers at the top of the pyramid require all the layers beneath it, or it will…
In the darkness, switching on a light eliminates our fears of bumping or tripping over things. Similarly, education and awareness help us eliminate the fears and resulting hatred of those we don’t…
If we have problem re-learning, let’s make sure our children learn this very well !!!
Some shocking revelations here for those of us working hard to promote cohesion and build consensus to make progress together. Among many disappointing findings, in a recent study by Ottawa-based firm Anacus…
This story proves that you are what you think. This shows the power of our thoughts. They become our beliefs, and they go on to define our life and how we experience…
The reporter says at minute 4:50 that one of the issues is to try to identify individuals with racist beliefs and root them out. Rooting out might not be the solution. Some…
This is the right call because this is one of the effective ways to combat various forms of extremist moments. Combating disinformation is the key. The extremists use social media, chatrooms, and websites…
Canadian armed forces are not alone. Right-wing extremism has, for a long while, been resurgent all over Canada. Still, it has mainly gone unattended compared to the prominent focus on the likes…
Abid Jan February 3, 2022 In the 1990s, youth violence connected to gangs and drug-related crimes was escalating to unprecedented levels in many neighbourhoods within the city of Boston. A record of…
In 2016, people gathered and shouted at a bus full of refugees: “We are people”. In other words, they meant, “you are not.” It was pure hatred. Hate is not the same…
Inspiring – a great way to promote respect, equity and inclusivity. The Power of One exhibit is thought-provoking and inspires and empowers all people to make the world a better place through…
United Way East Ontario and the UFA Coalition issued the following statement today. United For All partners are deeply disturbed by the highest increase in harassment and intimidation of the Asian community…
Character is indeed an important aspect of an individual’s personality and identity. It includes traits such as integrity, honesty, responsibility, and compassion, among others. Having strong character can help a person make…
On November 19, 2019, Ottawa formally joined the Strong Cities Network at the launch of the United for All Coalition. Partners signed commitment to Strong Cities Network’s approach https://youtu.be/sInOiOZxRn4