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Black Youth Project: This project examine the attitudes, resources, and culture of black youth ages 15 to 25, exploring how these factors and others influence their decision-making, norms, and behavior in critical domains such as sex, health, and politics. Arguably more than any other subgroup of Americans, African American youth reflect the challenges of inclusion and empowerment in the post–civil rights period. When one looks at a wide array of some of the most controversial and important issues facing the country>>> Readmore

The Cheryl Green Foundation: The foundation was founded in 2007 by Charlene Lovett in memory of her 14 year old daughter Cheryl who was murdered by gang members in a hate crime because she was African American Cheryl was a child who loved God, life, her family & friends.  She dreamed of being a doctor and helping people.  Cheryl will always be missed.  We honor her by working to end the disease of hate and racism. The Foundation helps guide youth of all different races in the right direction.  We provide counseling, recreation, field trips, tutoring, and a mentorship program >>> Readmore

 

Pull Up Your Pants: A friend of mine came to my dorm room just to chat while her laundry was drying. As we were chatting, two young freshmen came by.  One of the boys wanted to "talk" to my friend (as in date). She asked him how old they >>>Readmore

Mistaken Identity: Why do so many black Canadian youth identify with a particular U.S. black experience, the condition reflected in pop cultural portrayals of poverty, violence and isolation? >>>Readmore

Black Youth Taking Action: "We're not trying to go along to get along," This generation of black youth, we went to school. We are not like our parents. We don't want your approval. We don't want to get tapped on the head. We don't want to move to the suburbs and be comfortable. What we want is freedom, justice and equality and we're going to use our >>>Readmore

Youth Group: Boys and girls  (12-25) years are invited to join the Youth Group. This exciting group will meet on Sundays. We encourage you to attend. Call Andrea 677-7336 to register.

Saturday School Support Program: Saturday morning during the school year, from 9:00am to 12:00 noon we offer tutorial in Math, French and English.  Centre Nathalie Croteau, 2201 Andre, Brossard, Room 103 & 104. Call Kenny 466-2636

Afro-Caribbean Dance Classes: Afro-Caribbean dance classes are on Saturdays from 12 noon to 2.00 pm at the George Vanier Centre. Call Chris 678-8949.

Basketball Camp: Young boys and girls (10-17) years are invited to play basketball on Sunday's  at George Vanier Gym. The Camp is from January to December.  Call 767-6011

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Employment

International Directory of Career and Job Sites

Job Help Services: Young adults actively searching for full time or part time jobs? Call the Youth Employment Services  514-878-9788 or visit www.yesmontreal.ca  

IJAD–CarreFour Jeunesse-Emploi de Laporte: Offers job search services along with employment and Career  counselling  to young adults.  Call 450-671-8949 or visit 1800 rue St Pierre, Lemoyne

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South Shore Black Community Association P.O.Box 30507, Brossard, Quebec J4Z 3R6,email:ssbcainfo@yahoo.ca