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1834 TALKS
1834 Talks is a podcast produced by Operation Black Vote Canada (OBVC) and the 1834 Foundation. Named after the year the Slavery Abolition Act was enacted in Canada, the 1834 Foundation, with the support of OBVC, is committed to empowering Canadian Black youth through programs such as the 1834 Fellowship, 1834 Global, and 1834 Debates. These programs are aimed at educating and nurturing Black youth development in civic leadership and public policy.
Tune in to our podcast for authentic conversations featuring 1834 alumni engaging with prominent figures from Canadian politics and public policy, along with fellow alumni, providing valuable insights and perspectives.
1834 TALKS
Championing Sickle Cell Support Locally and Globally: 1834 Alumna Ufuoma's Story
This episode is being released in honour of Sickle Cell Awareness Month. It features a conversation with Ufuoma, an alumna of the 1834 Fellowship and founder of the Sickle Cell support organization, NotJustYou. Ufuoma discusses the impactful work her organization does and how her involvement with the 1834 Fellowship opened doors for her to advocate for the sickle cell community. This advocacy includes a meeting with Canada's Prime Minister and participation at the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent in Geneva, Switzerland. Ufuoma also shares advice for Black young adults interested in exploring policy and social change by engaging with non-profits.
Host: Iyanu Soyege
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