Updates

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Nov 7

[VIDEO] - Shawna Paris-Hoyte responds to the Ruck Report

An independent report has been released, iidentifying where systemic discrimination may exist within the society’s operations.

Nov 7

ANSJIs statement on the passing of Justice Murray Sinclair

We acknowledge the recent passing of Justice Murray Sinclair, the province of Manitoba’s first Indigenous judge.

Oct 31

JOB POSTING: Managing Lawyer, Criminal Division

The African Nova Scotian Justice Institute (ANSJI) is accepting applications for a Managing Lawyer, Criminal Division.

Oct 29

ANSJI's Response to the Ruck Report, “Regaining Trust”

...several of the recommendations ... could risk leaving critical actions undefined, potentially slowing the momentum for meaningful reform.

Oct 28

[VIDEO] Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People

One of two panel discussions that took place was on the topic of Understanding African Nova Scotians as a Distinct People.

Oct 28

[VIDEO] Fair Treatment of African Nova Scotians Policy (FTANS)

Panel discussion on the Fair Treatment of African Nova Scotians and People of African Descent in Criminal Prosecutions (FTANS) policy.

Oct 25

Racial Equity Survey Report (PDF-link) -- Nova Scotia Barristers' Society (NSBS)

This is not a report to determine whether systemic discrimination exists in Nova Scotia’s legal community. That is our starting point.

Oct 25

Regaining Trust: The Ruck Report (Oct. 29, 2024, 10am) - NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

Mr. Ruck's final report will be delivered to NSBS on October 29, 2024, at a specially scheduled meeting of Council.

Oct 25

Community Days: NEW GLASGOW (Oct. 28th, 6pm-8:30pm)

ANSJI will be in New Glasgow Nova Scotia, to engage the local African Nova Scotian & Black people of African Descent community.

Oct 17

Africentric Approach to Restorative Justice Focus Group (Nov. 4th, 6pm-8pm)

A research project that seeks to reduce the overrepresentation of Black Nova Scotians in the criminal justice system.

Oct 17

Community Days: CAPE BRETON (Nov. 5th, 6pm-8:30pm)

ANSJI will be in Cape Breton Nova Scotia, to engage the local African Nova Scotian & Black people of African Descent community.

Oct 11

Invitation: Support Black Public Service Workers

Via the Black Class Action Secretariat (BCAS) : We are all too familiar with the long history of anti-Black racism in Canada,...