African Canadian immigrant action research project consolidated report

The objectives and scope of the project were to • identify and document the education and training needs of African Canadian immigrants in Nova Scotia, and how those needs can be met • identify and document the needs and challenges facing African Canadian immigrants in retaining and promoting their cultural identity, as well as the issue of “cultural conflict” between immigrant parents and their c [...] The Steering Committee was also to • ensure that the research process would create a sense of community • promote community interest to come together and celebrate their individual differences • hold periodic information sessions to keep the community involved in the process One of the recommendations is to consult with the Interdepartmental Immigration Committee to review the recommendations of t [...] The fostering of mutual respect for differences and unity in diversity is essential to the internal development of the community and the integration of community members into mainstream Canadian society. [...] Project Objectives • to share experiences, and information, and discuss the challenges and opportunities facing African Canadian immigrants in NS and strategies for change • identify and make recommendations for the removal of barriers that limit African Canadian Immigrants from participating fully and equally in Canadian society • develop an accurate socio-demographic profile of African Canadian [...] The initial objectives of the project were to share experiences and information; to identify barriers to full participation and to make recommendations for their removal; to develop accurate demographic profiles of the African immigrant community; and, finally, to communicate the research findings to the Canadian public, service delivery agencies, all levels of government, and relevant institution