Programs

Chalkfarm: Burn by Alma Fullerton (a finalist for the TD Children’s Literacy Awards)
Facilitator: Jelani “Jwyze” Nias
Demographic: Adolescent
Program Details: In partnership with Doorsteps and After 3:30.This is the book the group is reading for CBC’s Open House on October 1st. The group will be discussing the book with the author on the stage of Glen Gould Theatre.The discussion will be recorded for broadcast on Oct 4th the day of the award announcement

Peach: Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter Mosley
Facilitator: Jelani “Jwyze” Nias
Demographic: Young men and women between the age of 16-18
Program Details: Starting mid September at PEACH. PEACH bolsters the ability of very marginalized youth in the Jane and Finch community to re-imagine their future – to bounce back from setbacks, reconnect to education, experience strong adult support, improve learning skills, become engaged in community activities, express themselves, and feel connected.

Women Moving Forward: The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah
Facilitator: Jemini Gairy
Demographic: Single Young Mothers
Program Details: Women Moving Forward is designed to give young families the foundation they need to successfully move from social assistance and low wages to financial security and independence

Children’s Book Bank and Yonge Street Mission: The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah
Facilitator: Erin Shaw & Teneile Warren
Demographic: Single Young Mothers
Program Details: The Children’s Book Bank collects, recycles and distributes free books to children who need them across Toronto. Since 1896, Yonge Street Mission has been active in downtown Toronto, providing a wide variety of programs and services in support of people and families in need.

Massey Centre: The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah
Facilitator: Morton Ritts
Demographic: Young Mothers
Program Details: The Massey Centre for Women provides a comprehensive range of programs and services for families and babies with a focus on pregnant and parenting teens.