Brock University will be celebrating Black History and African Heritage Month throughout the entire month of February!
This year’s slate of events and resources will include a BHM Community Bash, student-led initiatives from the Black Students Association (BLSA) such as a panel discussion about Black Mental Health, a featured display in the Brock library titled ‘Echoes of the Great African Lakes’, and varsity sports fundraisers for Brock’s Black / Indigenous Heritage Student-Athlete Bursary.
About Black History Month
Brock University’s Black History/African History Month celebrates and embraces the rich contributions of Black Canadians.
Over the years, diverse themes have sparked conversations about Blackness on campus, fostering a deeper understanding of Canadian history and present-day society through engaging discussions and information sharing. It serves as a dynamic opportunity for unity, education, and heightened awareness, highlighting the significance of the Black community’s multifaceted role in shaping Canada’s collective history.
Black History Month in Canada
Black History Month in Canada has roots in the development of Black History Month in the United States in 1926, initiated by Carter G. Woodson. In 1976, it evolved from Negro History Week to Black History Month.
In Canada, the official recognition came in December 1995 when Jean Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman elected to Parliament, proposed the motion, unanimously approved by the House of Commons. In 2008, Senator Donald Oliver, the first Black man appointed to the Senate, received unanimous approval for recognizing the contributions of Black Canadians and designating February as Black History Month.
Keep up to date on all Black History Month events via ExperienceBU!
Discover and attend events, join organizations, and showcase your involvement throughout February.
HRE Drop-Ins
BIPOC Support Drop-In
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday!
Time: 4:00pm to 8:00pm
Where: Thistle 254
Looking for a space on campus where Black, Indigenous, and students of colour can hang out, confide, and meet like-minded people? Well, look no further! The Student Justice Centre is relaunching its BIPOC Support Drop In again this semester every Tuesday, Tuesday, & Thursday in Thistle 254!
