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1834 Talks is a podcast produced by the 1834 Foundation. Named after the year the Slavery Abolition Act was enacted in Canada, the 1834 Foundation is committed to empowering Canadian Black youth through programs such as the 1834 Fellowship, 1834 Global, and 1834 Debates, aimed at nurturing Black youth development in civic leadership and public policy.
Tune in to our podcast for authentic conversations featuring 1834 alumni engaging with prominent figures from Canadian politics and public policy, along with fellow alumni, providing valuable insights and perspectives.
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Tune in to hear 1834 Fellowship alumna Donneton Brown discuss Vote16Canada, the groundbreaking movement and Senate bill to lower Canada's federal voting age to 16. In this episode, Donneton explores the importance of the Vote 16 bill, the evidence supporting it, and the bill's significance for Black youth. Additionally, learn about the inaugural Vote 16 Summit that Donneton is organizing as part of her work in Senator Marilou McPhedran’s office!Mark your calendars for Canada’s first Vote 16 S...
Tune in for a captivating conversation with Deputy Minister Ako Ufodike, a true trailblazer within Alberta's government and the first Black Deputy Minister in the province. We'll explore his extraordinary journey, spanning from his background in accounting and academia to his current role as Deputy Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism in the provincial public service. With a PhD from the University of Calgary Haskayne Business School and an MBA from Cornell, Deputy Minister Ufodike ge...
In this episode, we're diving into Esther Muloki's journey from being an 1834 Global alumna to becoming a delegate at the 6th United Nations Environment Assembly in Kenya. Get ready to hear about Esther’s impactful contributions as a delegate and how she got the opportunity to represent Canada alongside Canada's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault, at this conference. Tune in to hear about Esther's passion, advocacy and impact in the field of global environmental pol...
For Episode 8 (Part 2), the 1834 Fellows showcase their journey to Ottawa and discuss how they leveraged their voices to impact public policy through meetings with influential figures in Canadian politics. Tune in to discover their firsthand experiences, including a 90-minute policy discussion with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, witnessing the historic election of the first Black speaker of the House of Commons, Greg Fergus and presenting their policy presentations to multiple federal ministe...
Aspiring to influence Canadian public policy? The 1834 Fellowship is your gateway to immersive training that can help you nurture your understanding and knowledge of key issues in Canadian public policy. Tune in to this episode to explore Cohort 4's experiences which include engaging in policy workshops, interacting with high-ranking leaders in Canadian public policy, connecting with inspiring Black youth nationwide, and mentorship from accomplished Black Canadian leaders. If you're ready to ...
In this special episode we are joined by Jordan Gray, the acting national manager for reserve housing at Indigenous Services Canada and a curriculum specialist to our very own 1834 Global. Being of Mi'kmaw and Trinidadian descent, he discusses with us about Black and Indigenous Allyship and his journey in public policy. Tune in to hear more about this exciting episode with Jordan Gray!Links to Jordan's Black and Indigenous initiatives :https://indigenousyouthroots.ca/https://www.sac-isc...
This episode is a recording of Operation Black Vote Canada’s Fireside Chat with Huda Mukbil, the first Black Arab-Canadian spy at CSIS and the first Muslim hijabi woman at CSIS. This chat was part of Operation Black Vote Canada’s celebration of Women’s History Month. The theme being “Intersectionality: Black Muslim women in politics”. Tune in to hear more about Huda Mukbil and her journey in politics and as a Senior Intelligence Officer!---------Connect with 1834 and Operation Black Vot...
In this episode, "Politics 101: How Black Youth Can Get Involved in Canadian Politics,” we dive into politics and explore opportunities for Black youth to engage in government processes. Our guests for today's episode are Robyn Taylor and Josh Dadjo. Robyn Taylor works for Mayor Amarjeet Sohi as a Policy and Research Specialist and as the National Coordinator for the 1834 Fellowship. Josh Dadjo is a Director of Parliamentary Affairs at Senate Canada and a Public Policy PhD student. Tune in to...
For Episode 4 of 1834 Talks, you’re going to get a special treat! This episode is a recording of Operation Black Vote Canada’s Fireside Chat with Mayor Annette Groves, the first woman of colour to become Mayor of the Town of Caledon. This chat was part of Operation Black Vote Canada’s celebration of Women’s History Month. The theme this year is “Women Who Tell Our Stories”. Tune in to hear more about Mayor Annette Groves and her journey to become the first woman of colour Mayor of her town!--...
Welcome to another enlightening episode of 1834 Talks! In this episode, titled "Public Policy 101: How Black Youth Can Get Involved in Canadian Public Policy," we dive into the world of public policy and explore opportunities for Black youth to secure government employment. Our guests for today's episode are Ebenezer Belayneh and Tsahai Carter who both work for the Government of Canada. Ebenezer and Tsahai are two remarkable 1834 Alumni who have not only excelled in their careers but are pass...
In our second episode, we spotlight Black student leadership in public policy with our guest, Fariba al-Hassan. She's an 1834 alumna and co-founder of the Black Students in Public Affairs Association (BSPA) at Carleton University. The BSPA recently hosted a groundbreaking conference at the National Gallery of Canada, featuring speakers from the U.S Embassy and it had notable politicians like Minister Ahmed Hussen and MP Greg Fergus in attendance. Tune in to discover how Fariba's leadership an...
Discover the transformative 1834 Fellowship, a Canadian civic leadership and public policy training program for Black youth in our inaugural episode. Join Hermon Afowork and Iyanu Soyege, both 1834 Fellow alumnae, as they speak with co-founders Velma Morgan and Annamie Paul, the visionary leaders behind this initiative that annually empowers 20 talented Black youth. Explore their mission, the impact of mentorship in public policy, and the inspiring spin-off projects like the 1834 Debates and ...
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