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Gun violence in Jane and Finch: Unpacking the Systemic Factors that Perpetuate Violence

Summer 2023 student led project by Enoch McAtee Abstract More than a disheartening statistic and stereotype – gun violence is a palpable force, and its repercussions reverberate, etching deep scars on the psyche of the Jane-Finch community. My Prophetic Voices— Reverend Sky Starr and Benjamin Osei—are indispensable in understanding the layered dimensions of gun violence. Their steady commitment to addressing violent crime through the lens … Continue reading Gun violence in Jane and Finch: Unpacking the Systemic Factors that Perpetuate Violence

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Homelessness and Housing, Poverty, Social Justice Issues

Homelessness

About 235,000 Canadians experience homelessness each year, and the amount of homeless people, as well as the duration they spend being homeless, continues rising. A simple definition for homelessness is the state of not having a place to live. However, homelessness can also be defined by social exclusionary factors that increase poverty, limit opportunities, and create barriers for these people to fully participate in society. … Continue reading Homelessness

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