Cultural Awareness and Emancipation Day - an interview w/ Ingrid John Baptiste
- Author
- Sarah Onyango, Adrienne Coddett, Jackie Lawrence, Patricia Harewood, Denise Isaac, Joanne John
- Published
- Tue 17 Aug 2021
- Episode Link
- https://share.transistor.fm/s/0657d055
Originally aired July 31st, 2021.
This episode features Ingrid John Baptiste, the president of the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Ottawa and a prominent activist, speaking on culture, cultural awareness and the way we perceive 'blackness' through cultural practices and systems of education. Ingrid explores her history as well the history of her work in Ottawa, also delving into Emancipation Day in Canada and her experiences organizing such events.
