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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) list
ANSJI's list of Frequently Asked Questions
Dec 12, 2024
Additional Resources Lists
A resource list of additional legal and community services in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Dec 12, 2024
Black Therapists & Mental Health Organizations in Nova Scotia
A working list of Black Therapists and Black Mental Health Organizations in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Dec 2, 2024
Brothers Helping Brothers (Dec. 10th, Halifax)
Discover the meaningful impact they're making by supporting one another and contributing to the wellbeing of the community.
Dec 2, 2024
![[VIDEO] - Shawna Paris-Hoyte responds to the Ruck Report](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/617cb3_21d32c3ecde24ea6b136daaf591efa5a~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_1333,h_1000,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/617cb3_21d32c3ecde24ea6b136daaf591efa5a~mv2.png)
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[VIDEO] - Shawna Paris-Hoyte responds to the Ruck Report
An independent report has been released, iidentifying where systemic discrimination may exist within the society’s operations.
Nov 7, 2024
ANSJIs statement on the passing of Justice Murray Sinclair
We acknowledge the recent passing of Justice Murray Sinclair, the province of Manitoba’s first Indigenous judge.
Nov 7, 2024
ANSJI's Response to the Ruck Report, “Regaining Trust”
...several of the recommendations ... could risk leaving critical actions undefined, potentially slowing the momentum for meaningful reform.
Oct 29, 2024
![[VIDEO] Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/617cb3_1c167ecb209345228ecde0734f0cd821~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_1333,h_1000,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/617cb3_1c167ecb209345228ecde0734f0cd821~mv2.png)
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[VIDEO] Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People
One of two panel discussions that took place was on the topic of Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People.
Oct 28, 2024
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[VIDEO] Fair Treatment of African Nova Scotians Policy (FTANS)
Panel discussion on the Fair Treatment of African Nova Scotians and People of African Descent in Criminal Prosecutions (FTANS) policy.
Oct 28, 2024
Racial Equity Survey Report (PDF-link) -- Nova Scotia Barristers' Society (NSBS)
This is not a report to determine whether systemic discrimination exists in Nova Scotia’s legal community. That is our starting point.
Oct 25, 2024
Regaining Trust: The Ruck Report (Oct. 29, 2024, 10am) - NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Mr. Ruck's final report will be delivered to NSBS on October 29, 2024, at a specially scheduled meeting of Council.
Oct 25, 2024
Community Days: NEW GLASGOW (Oct. 28th, 6pm-8:30pm)
ANSJI will be in New Glasgow Nova Scotia, to engage the local African Nova Scotian & Black people of African Descent community.
Oct 25, 2024
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