In conversation with Executive Director of the Michaëlle Jean Foundation Edward Matwawana
Monday 31 August 2026 Launched in 2017 by the Michaëlle Jean Foundation, the National Black Canadians Summit positions itself as a national movement focused on community empowerment, systems change, and long-term impact. Through...
In conversation with Justin Rowe, high school football star
Friday 20 September 2024 1. Where were you born? What influenced your early childhood: your parents, teachers, coaches? I was born in Toronto, Ontario while visiting family. I have lived...
In conversation with Meseret Haileyesus, CCWE Executive Director
Black Ottawa Scene in conversation with Meseret Haileyesus, Executive Director, Canadian Centre for Women’s Empowerment by Godwin Ifedi, Editor Sunday 9 June 2024 Could you tell me about your childhood?...
Podcast: Bring back art to life with Cassa
Saturday 27 April 2024 You’re invited to sit back and listen to this wonderful conversation with Rwandan guest Cassa and 54Lights host Kondwani Mwase. In this episode, your host is joined by the aforementioned urban...
Podcast: Qabaniso Malewezi: When culture comes calling
WHAT TO EXPECT…WHEN YOU PUSH PLAY In the official kick-off to the fourth season, the continental journey, that lives through this project, takes flight in the warm heart of Africa....
In conversation with Olayinka Animashaun Executive Director, NACCO
Olayinka Animashaun, Executive Director , Niagara African Caribbean Culture Organization Saturday 20 January 2024 Could you tell me about your childhood? Where were you born? Is there anything about your...
In conversation with Jamila Ahmed, Social Worker
Could you tell us about your childhood? Where were you born? Is there anything about your childhood that stands out for you? Helped form who you are today? Your parents,...
Eb Amponsah, Coordinator, Upstream Ottawa Mental Health Community Support
Interview with Ebenezer ‘Eb’ Amponsah MSW, RSW, Coordinator – SAPACCY Program, Upstream Ottawa Mental Health Community Support Saturday 31 December 2022 Could you tell me about your...
Research Director: Prof Josephine Etowa
by Joy Osiagwu Josephine Etowa, Ph.D. RN RM FWACN FAAN, is a Full Professor at the School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Ottawa, and holder...
Social Justice Advocate: Andy Kusi-Appiah Part 2
26 February 2023 In Conversation with Andy Kusi Appiah (Part 2) By Joy Osiagwu Andy Kusi-Appiah and a former Mayor of Ottawa, Hon. Jim Watson. Photo credit: Andy Kusi-Appiah Who...