Equity, Diversity and Inclusion on Campus

Empowering Voices, Amplifying Black Narratives in Leadership – A Black History Month Event

February 11, 2025

The Afro-Caribbean Mentorship Program (ACMP), in partnership with RRC Polytech, University of Manitoba, and University of Winnipeg, will host one of its most popular annual Black History Month programs.

This event will celebrate the Black African Diaspora community in Canada and pay homage to the great accomplishments of the Black African Diaspora people throughout history, leading to the present.

The event will feature the Honourable Uzoma Asagwara, Minister of Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care, as the keynote speaker, panel discussions, Black business showcases, bursaries for Black African Diaspora students (secondary and post-secondary Winnipeg students), recognition for trailblazers in the Black African Diaspora Winnipeg community and much more.

  • When: Friday, February 28, 2025
  • Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Location: Manitou a bi Bii daziigae, Exchange District Campus, RRC Polytech (319 Elgin Ave.)

Register for free on the Afro-Caribbean Mentorship Program website.

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.