Program Focus Area
Combat Hate & Racism
A SOYA program area focused on education, dialogue, and community action in response to hate and racism.
Purpose
Responding to Hate and Racism
This program area is oriented around responding to hate and racism through education, open dialogue, and community-led action — with an emphasis on building awareness and shared responsibility across the community.
Focus Areas
Where the Program Focuses
Education & Awareness
Building understanding of hate and racism, and of ways to recognize and respond to it.
Dialogue & Understanding
Creating space for open, respectful conversation across the community.
Community Connection
Encouraging shared responsibility and collaboration toward inclusion.
Our Approach
How SOYA Approaches This Work
SOYA frames this as an ongoing focus area rather than a fixed set of activities. The approach centres on learning, conversation, and collaboration, and is shaped alongside the people and communities involved. In broad terms, the work is:
- Learning-focused
- Dialogue-based
- Community-led
Current activities, participation requirements and schedules must be confirmed directly with SOYA.
Start a Conversation
Want to learn more about this program area? Contact SOYA and we’d be glad to hear from you.