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SUMMARY:Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating February as Black History Month has become a powerful tradition in North America. Canadians have been officially recognizing it on a national level since 1995. Important groundwork laid by the Ontario Black History Society and strong community support enabled the Honourable Jean Augustine\, the first Black woman elected to Parliament\, to successfully champion the motion in the House of Commons. \nJean Augustine identified February as Canada’s Black History Month to align with the United States\, where the February birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and former slave and anti-slavery activist Frederick Douglass provided the original rationale for its timing. However\, Augustine distinguishes Canada’s national celebration\, describing it as an opportunity to recognize the excellence of Black Canadians in all fields as well as individuals of African descent who\, historically and today\, have emerged “as contributors\, as builders\, as participants\, as collaborators in Canadian society.” Augustine also underscores the essential role that active self-reflection plays in Canada’s Black History Month. It offers a time\, she noted in a 2021 interview\, “for all of us to examine our own prejudices\, to examine our relationships\, to ask ourselves\, ‘are we allies to ensuring that others are full participants … in the workplace\, in … ceremonies\, and everything that happens in … [Canadian] society?’ \nVisit the Anti Racism and Cultural Diversity Office’s website For a full list of Black History events across University of Toronto. \nRelated Links\nReflecting on Black History Month with political pioneer Jean Augustine\nGovernment of Canada – February is Black History Month\nRelated Events & Programming\nU of T’s Black History 365 Calendar\nBlack History Month | Anti-Racism and Cultural Diversity Office\nRelated Training\nStaff\, Librarians\, and Faculty: LMS Portal\nStudents: Career Learning Network (CLNX)
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SUMMARY:Pink Shirt Day
DESCRIPTION:Pink Shirt Day is recognized annually in Canada on the last Wednesday of February. \nA collective act of kindness started Pink Shirt Day in 2007. Seeing a grade 9 boy being bullied for wearing pink\, two Nova Scotia high school students organized a “pink protest\,” encouraging fellow students to wear pink and distributing pink tank tops\, headbands\, and wristbands to show solidarity. News of the “pink protest” spread\, and today\, Pink Shirt Day is now celebrated in countries worldwide. For some institutions and communities\, Pink Shirt Day is an opportunity to address bullying motivated by homophobia\, transphobia\, and biphobia. The day has become a broader call for the elimination of all forms of bullying\, discrimination\, and harassment. \nRelated Links\nPink Shirt Day Canada\nRelated Training\nStaff\, Librarians\, and Faculty: LMS Portal\nStudents: Career Learning Network (CLNX)
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/pink-shirt-day/
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SUMMARY:Ramadan
DESCRIPTION:The word “Ramadan” refers to the name of the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. It is a month of fasting\, introspection and reflection as well as a time to focus on spirituality and charity. \nDuring the holy month of Ramadan\, it is estimated that more than 1.6 billion Muslims observe in fasting as an act of worship\, a chance to be closer to God\, and a way to become more compassionate to those in need. \nIn 2025\, the holy month of Ramadan is recognized from February 28 to March 29 (dates may vary according to lunar calendar). \nThe basic requirement during the month of Ramadan for Muslims is to fast from sunrise to sunset every day for the month\, meaning no food\, water or anything else past the lips. The meal eaten each evening or night to break the fast is called “iftar” and is often taken with family and friends. “Suhoor” is a meal taken just before sunrise\, before the day of fasting begins. Some Muslims may not be able to fast (e.g. due to health reasons) or choose not to but might still observe other aspects of Ramadan. \nThe end of the fasting month is marked by the sighting of the new moon which is called “Eid al-Fitr” – “festival of breaking the fast”. This is a holiday (ranging from 1 to 3 days) where Muslims gather with family\, visit and exchange gifts with friends\, and give to charity. Charity\, or “zakat”\, is one of the five pillars of Islam\, and particularly significant during Ramadan. \n\n\nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
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