💪🏾 Chapter 6: Resilience and Achievements
55 6.8: Excited About the Future
Video 6.9: Ontario-based Professor Kafi Ealey discusses her excitement about the progress and future directions in addressing anti-Black racism within Canadian dietetics.
Reflection Activity:
Be honest; how do you feel about the future and your role in it to move the Canadian food, nutrition and dietetic practices towards justice for the Black Canadian community? Take time to reflect.
Refer to the flower version of Plutchik’s (2003) Wheel of Emotions below to help conceptualize your emotions. Maybe you feel Joy about the amazing equity and social justice work that is being done. Or a sense of Awe or Pensiveness leading to the need for deep reflection and listening. Maybe you feel Annoyed or Angry because of how big the ABR is. Or maybe a strong sense of Anticipation pulling you toward direct action and solidarity. Click the image to enlarge it and to have a better view of each emotion.
Source: “Wheel of Emotion” by Clonewayx, licensed under Public Domain
As we conclude the chapter, it is evident that the fight against Anti-Black Racism (ABR) in Canadian dietetics has seen significant progress due to the unwavering efforts of individuals, organizations, and communities. The achievements outlined herein demonstrate a collective commitment to addressing systemic inequities and promoting inclusive practices within the field. Moving forward, it is essential to continue building on these successes by engaging in ongoing education, advocacy, and reflection. By remaining dedicated to these principles, we can contribute to a more equitable and inclusive future in dietetics.
We encourage you to stay connected and support the work of each of these advocates. Witness the advancements they continue to make as this work progresses and expands.