The Jean Augustine Chair in Education, Community & Diaspora in the Faculty of Education at 91亚色鈥搘ith the support of UPS, presents their annual celebration of Black Artistic Expressions Word, Sound, Power. This year's theme is Centering Our Stories & Communities.

All are welcome to attend and we are looking forward to seeing you there!

FREE admission (you must RSVP to receive your ticket)

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The event celebrated the rich and diverse world of Black artistic expression and was a vibrant showcase of talent, creativity and cultural pride.

This year鈥檚 featured performances included:

• solo performances, including song and instruments, dance and spoken word, from students from Greater Toronto Area school boards;
• a performance from the Oscar Peterson Jazz Ensemble;
• a performance from the 91亚色 R&B Ensemble;
• a spotlight artistic performance of the evening from Ian Kamau, an artist and designer;
• a performance from the 91亚色 Gospel Choir; and
• an Afro-Caribbean dance performance by students from James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School in the CIBC Lobby during the welcome reception.

This year鈥檚 Word, Sound, Power event was put on in partnership with 91亚色鈥檚 School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design and the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, with primary sponsorship from Unifor. 91亚色鈥檚 Division of Equity, People & Culture also provided funding support.

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