Durham College is hosting its sixth annual Social Justice Week, with virtual events taking place between January 20 and 24, 2025. Join us for five days of thought-provoking discussions with engaging speakers from diverse fields who will share both their expertise and lived experience.

This year’s theme, “How to Be an Accomplice for Social Justice,” invites you to go beyond allyship and take meaningful action. Through engaging workshops and discussions, we’ll explore what it takes to actively challenge systemic inequities and amplify marginalized voices. Join us to learn actionable strategies, build meaningful connections, and empower yourself to be a catalyst for positive change in your community and beyond. Everyone has a role to play—discover yours during Social Justice Week!

Wednesday January 22nd
How to be an ally for Indigenous people
Connie Spencer Connie is Kanien:ke:ha:ka tanon Kiorhensha:ka (Mohawk & British) who is a member of the Wahta Mohawk community and provides support and community service navigation to self-identified First Nation, Metis, and Inuit members of the community who require assistance with mental health recovery. Connie is committed to providing holistic healing through promoting the spiritual, emotional, mental and physical well-being of Indigenous individuals and their families by fostering traditional values and beliefs that encourage healing and mental stability. She collaborates with colleagues and community services to build and promote respect, understanding, compassion and knowledge of First Nation, Metis and Inuit cultural perspectives. Connie is a Feather Carrier and a Master Spirit Builder, both of which have supported her own journey to re-connection.