We look forward to welcoming the first 40 individuals who register to attend.

When

     Friday, April 26th, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Where

The Little West Indies, 37 King St E, Bowmanville, ON L1C 1N1)

Event Description

Are you ready to explore complex and often-overlooked relationship narratives in the Black community?

Join OASW Durham & Area on Friday, April 26th, at 6:30 p.m. for an insightful and informative exploration of the nuances of dating and love unique to Black individuals.

This session will take a deep dive into the beliefs, myths, and patterns that shape relationships. We will unpack questions like: "What conscious or subconscious factors play a role in how we choose relationships?"; “What subconscious factors play a role in Black dating and love?"; and "What values do you hold in your relationships?"

We will also discuss: the role of generational legacies; what shapes our beliefs and behaviours; the roots of indecision in our relationships; and more.

This is a chance to engage with fellow community members while gaining insight and understanding into the dating and relationship experiences of Black individuals.

Don't miss out on a chance to grow your dating and love knowledge and community—that's all about love! With practical knowledge that can be applied to your own life, the range of topics can help you understand your own dating experiences better.

Food will be provided by The Little West Indies. Please indicate any allergies or dietary requirements upon registration. 

Presenter

Audrey Thompson is a Registered Social Worker and passionate advocate who believes that individuals can be a vehicle for empowerment and change, especially among those who have faced adversity in their lives. She has held numerous positions during her career, including individual and systemic advocate, program and clinical manager, mental health therapist, facilitator, and program coordinator. She has designed and conducted workshops in Canada, Japan, Argentina and Denmark on various areas, including relationships, sexual health, rights, life skills, facilitation, knowledge exchange, and employment. In addition, she founded ANYANGO, an organization dedicated to creating engagement platforms.

Health and Safety

Participants should remain up-to-date on information from government and public health authorities regarding attending in-person events outside. Public Health Ontario prevention and management measures.

Any participants showing signs and symptoms of COVID-19 are recommended to remain home. For more information, please follow the direct guidance from the Ontario Ministry of Health, Public Health Ontario and your local public health authority.

*Please RSVP to ensure you are updated about the status of the event. Further, if you have registered and are unable to make it, please let us know.*

NOTE ABOUT REGISTRATION QUESTIONS:

OASW is committed to inclusion and promoting a diverse range of identities, experiences, perspectives, and voices across all areas of the Association. As such, the registration contains some optional questions that are intended to assist us to better understand our social work community and ensure that our work is reflective of the diverse membership of OASW and our profession.