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“As I’m walking on the street, I see someone yelling at me ‘dirty Arab, go home, dirty Arab, go home… I’m not Arab,” said Abdollah Vakily.
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Vakily has written a faith column for the Standard-Freeholder since 1998, but said it has brought him some unwanted attention. Although he aimed to educate non-Muslims while helping guide believers, he received hate for his columns. He said he would receive letters or emails accusing him of lying or trying to dominate the country, but when he tried to explain his goals, they would not want to hear it.
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Author of the article: Francis Racine
Publishing date: Apr 15, 2021 • 20 hours ago • 3 minute read • Coalition for Unity, Respect, Equality/Equity for All (CUREA) co-founder and president Stacey Ottley presented a thorough look of the ways in which racism impacts racialized groups, during a virtual discussion on Wednesday April 14, 2021. Handout/Cornwall Standard-Freeholder/Postmedia Network
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A thorough virtual discussion on diversity, inclusion, and the intricate ways in which racism impacts people in Canada was hosted by the Coalition for Unity, Respect, Equality/Equity for All (CUREA) on Thursday evening.
Hosted by CUREA co-founder and president Stacey Ottley, the event focused on three distinct issues terminology and definitions, the impact systemic racism has on individuals, and clarifying what being an ally actually means.