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African Black Caribbean Student Engagement

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African Black Caribbean Student Engagement programming and support provides connections to academic, career, wellness and many other services to foster a sense of belonging and community.

Within each area of programming, there is a focus on connection (to each other and the broader U of T community), as well as navigating barriers to access and inclusion.

This program is for African Black Caribbean students with intersectional identities, including: Racialized, international, English as a second language, religious or spiritual, 2SLGBTQIA+, mature, Transitional Year Programme students (current & former) and other lived identities.

Register to make an appointment
or attend a drop-in

African Black Caribbean Mentor Navigator appointments and drop-ins are available to all undergraduate students who identify as African Black Caribbean with intersectional identities, including: Racialized, international, English as a second language, religious or spiritual, 2SLGBTQIA+, mature, Transitional Year Programme students (current & former) and other lived identities.

Mentor Navigators are available for individual appointments and drop-ins from October to March.

Register now on Folio ↗

Meet the mentor navigators

Headshot of Chris smiling.

Chris (he/him)

Mentor Navigator
African Black Caribbean
Professional student, 3rd year

Additional Intersectional Identities:
Canadian

Program of Study:
Doctor of Pharmacy

Best Thing About This Program:
I can leverage my personal experiences as a Black university student to empower and guide others facing similar challenges, ensuring they navigate U of T with confidence and reach their fullest potential.

Interests:
Community outreach, cultural exploration, active lifestyle

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Raphael (he/him)

Mentor Navigator
African Black Caribbean
Undergraduate, 1st year (Second Entry Program)

Additional Intersectional Identities:
2SLGBTQIA+, living with invisible disabilities, registered with Accessibility Services, spiritual, independent student

Program of Study:
Bachelor of Information

Best Thing About This Program:
I can help people connect with the resources and community they need, as it took me years to become comfortable and familiar enough with the university to do so myself.

Interests:
Philosophy, working out, creative writing

Yasmin (she/her)

Mentor Navigator
African Black Caribbean, First Generation
Graduate, 1st year

Additional Intersectional Identities:
Canadian, Somalian, Muslim

Program of Study:
Master in Anthropology

Best Thing About This Program:
I can provide support for Black first generation students on campus.

Interests:
Reading, museums, new cafes

Upcoming Events

Facilitated workshops and events focusing on connections to supports and African Black Caribbean clubs, staff, librarians and faculty.

View the event listing on Folio.

Engaging in Research: African Black Caribbean, Latin American, Southeast Asian & First Generation undergrad students
December 12, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Online

African Black Caribbean, Latin American, Southeast Asian and First Generation students discuss undergraduate research opportunities with involved upper-year student Mentor Navigators and relatable professors and librarians from a variety of disciplines.

Register for Engaging in Research: African Black Caribbean, Latin American, Southeast Asian & First Generation undergrad students

You will receive a confirmation email regarding your registration. For questions and registration support, please email Adonica Huggins at adonica.huggins@utoronto.ca.

News and Resources

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If you’re interested in further resources, please check out the Mentorship & Peer Programs resource library to learn more.