Celebrating Black History Month

February at Mulgrave was filled with diverse offerings of activities in recognition and appreciation for the history and contributions of people of the African Diaspora in recognition of Black History Month.

and professor at Emily Carr led our Upper School students in creative writing exercises that encouraged them to explore their creative brains and disconnect from the idea of perfection.

We kicked off the month with motivational speaker, Jeff Martin from Toronto, who shared his stories as an Ontario police officer and how that experience inspired him to give talks about bias perpetuated by the media, society, and even sometimes our own families.

We then hosted Ameilee Laboucan, a Black and Indigenous (Cree & Métis) woman, grad student, and journalist who discusses representations of Indigenous women in legacy newspapers across Canada. She shared her experience growing up in BC with three marginalised identities and how they have influenced her to advocate for herself and her community while educating others on how to be better allies.

We also explored creative arts with two incredible individuals. Naomi Owobowale, a charismatic storyteller from Surrey, shared West African stories with our preschool and Kindergarten students that celebrated the beauty of differences and culture. Cecily Nicholson, a published poet

As a grand finale, we enjoyed Caribbean fusion fare provided by The Loft Lounge located in the West End of Vancouver. Faculty, staff, and students sampled their signature jerk chicken along with curry chicken, beef, veggie, and chicken patties, as well as jollof rice and rice and peas.