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DWS in Solidarity with Folks Fighting Racism

DWS stands in solidarity with folks fighting racism across Turtle Island (North America). Working to end racism is part of DWS’ work because of the high rates of gendered violence Black people experience.

From the ‘Black Women in Canada’ on the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives’ ‘Behind the Numbers’ blog:

We know that black bodies are scrutinized differently than white bodies.

Andrea, Erin, and Kerin created Project Slut and #EndTheDressCode to point out the racism and sexism black students experience. They were successful in getting the Toronto District School Board’s dress code changed to be gender neutral and to include an understanding of racism.

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