Equity Network’s letter to the @HWDSB & Trustees requesting that they ensure Black, Indigenous, Brown, racialized & marginalized students are protected, as well as their paths to success. Anti woke groups should not be legitimized by having a place at the HWDSB Board table.
Attention: Sheryl Robinson Petrazzini Director of Education Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
Cc: Yohana Otite (HWDSB), Mouna Bile (HWDSB)
Subject: Anti-Black racism displayed by anti-woke hate group organizations
Date: October 19, 2022
We are saddened to see anti woke hate groups using anti-Black racism to push their white supremacy propaganda.This is a dangerous tactic that they are choosing to use against our children.
Attempting to pit educators against our children’s path toward completing a secondary school milestone is an increasingly disturbing trend.
We know this movement is inherently anti-Black, anti-Indigenous, ableist and trans/homophobic. “To some, woke is now a derisive stand-in for diversity, inclusion, empathy and, yes, Blackness.” -Ishena Robinson
The mental health and well being of students must be prioritized by assuring them, families/caregivers that you understand the importance of addressing these divisive and harmful tactics without hesitation. Most importantly, you will protect students.
We are grateful that you have taken the time to read and address our correspondence. For transparency and accountability, we will be posting our letter on our social media accounts.
Respectfully submitted,
Equity Network