by admin | May 25, 2022 | Advocacy, Current Events, Uncategorized
On the 2nd anniversary of the death of George Floyd, founder of UPlift Black, Shelly Skinner, reflects on the beginnings of the social justice equity organization. “We are leading the way on what an equity organization should look like; we have leaders who appreciate...
by admin | May 19, 2022 | Advocacy, Media Statement, Uncategorized
UPlift Black stands with Krystal Brooks and against all forms of hate With heavy hearts, we once again release a statement condemning hatred. Krystal Brooks, an Indigenous woman and Ontario Green Party candidate for North Simcoe, was the victim of a targeted attack...
by admin | May 16, 2022 | Advocacy, Media Statement, Uncategorized
UPlift Black Advocacy and Accountability Council calls for continued vigilance, support after deadly attack by white supremacist in Buffalo, NY Like many others, we were horrified to see the news about the mass shooting rooted in white supremacy that targeted Black...
by admin | Mar 8, 2022 | 2SLGBTQPNIA+, Advocacy, Media Statement, Uncategorized
MEDIA STATEMENT March 8, 2022 UPlift Black condemns attack on Shelly Skinner at International Women’s Day Event. Uplift Black calls for increased protection at virtual eventsShelly Skinner, president and founder of UPlift Black was the victim of a racist and...
by admin | Feb 5, 2021 | Advocacy, Black History, Black History Month, Book Club, Current Events, Newsletters, Uncategorized, UPlift Black Art, UPlift Black TV
Message from The President It’s February, we have made it past the first months of cold temperatures, lockdown and a journey into the unknown of what 2021 will have in store for us. It’s also the beginning of a month long celebration of the contributions of the Black...