Equity and Social Justice

As a local in one of the world’s most diverse cities, ETT has a responsibility to promote tolerance, acceptance, and understanding within the public education system and the community-at-large. The Equity and Social Justice Committee seeks to achieve these important goals through activities that are reflective of its diverse membership, and by studying issues relating to curriculum, hiring, and the celebration of diversity.

The Equity and Social Justice Committee meets approximately once a month in the ETT office.

Doris Ferguson Memorial Bursary Award

The Elementary Teachers of Toronto (ETT) is offering four bursaries of $100 each, to students who show leadership in the areas of social responsibility,
Black History Month 2024

ETT Celebrates Black History Month 2024

February is Black History Month! ETT recommends the following resources and events to promote Black History Month. Check back for updates from now and

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Event

ETT welcomes Anthony Morgan for an informative talk about the significance of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The ETT Executive

Paint night!—Unpacking the System Through Artistic Expression Workshop

“THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED, MARCH 7, 2023.” Get ready to paint! ETT welcomes members, non-member educators and all community members to register for

Black Resistance in Public Education—Black authors read-along

ETT invites its members and other educators and members of the community to join this exciting daytime event. The past few years have redefined

Black History Month: an Afro-Indigenous Perspective

Join us for a workshop facilitated by Joy Henderson on the intersections of Indigeneity and Blackness. What does it look like to create a

Black History Month Book Draw

As part of the Black History Month celebration, enter ETT’s Children’s Book Draw featuring a range of topics that highlight the lived experiences of

Executive Liaison(s)

Maria Abbruzzese

416-708-8458

mabbruzzese@ett.on.ca

Ricardo Rodriguez

416-708-8496

rrodriguez@ett.on.ca