# Event Details - **Event Name**: BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Understanding the experiences of Black Children in Canada's Schools.About this Event​Breaking the Cycle: Understanding the Educational Experiences of Black Children in Canada is a two-day national conference exploring systemic inequities, anti-Black racism, and pathways toward inclusive and just educational systems. Through data-informed dialogue, community knowledge, and applied practice, the conference aims to strengthen both system-level accountability and family- and community-led advocacy in education.​We invite scholars, practitioners, educators, community leaders, parents, caregivers, youth, and advocates to share research, practice-based insights, community initiatives, and lived experiences that advance equity in education for Black children and youth.​The conference will be held on April 24-25, 2026, and is organized around two thematic streams, each aligned with a specific conference day, audience, and purpose:Stream 1 (Day 1): Systems, Educators & Policy – Building Inclusive SystemsStream 2 (Day 2): Community, Parents & Practice – Empowering Black FamiliesSUBMISSION OPPORTUNITIES​Stream 1 (Day 1): Systems, Educators & Policy – Building Inclusive SystemsAudience: Educators, administrators, superintendents, policy and program developers, school board staff and representatives, and system-adjacent professionals.​Stream 1, which aligns with the first day of the conference, focuses on strengthening educational systems and professional practices to better support Black students. Submissions should prioritize applied, skills-based, and training-oriented approaches that educators and system actors can implement within school and board settings, including but not limited to:Analyses of policy and practice addressing anti-Black racism in educationResearch on institutional accountability and anti-racist frameworksCase studies of systemic reform in schools or school boardsEducator training models and professional learning approachesInclusive pedagogy in practice and anti-racist curriculum implementationPractical response frameworks for addressing and responding to reported incidents of racismTrauma-informed, healing-centred, and wellbeing-focused approaches for Black studentsStrategies for creating psychologically safe and affirming school environmentsTools for advocating for culturally responsive mental health and student support resources within school systems.Evaluations of educator training for equity, diversity, and inclusionInnovative policy interventions and systemic strategies​We strongly encourage submissions from school-based and system-adjacent mental health and student support professionals, including social workers, counsellors, psychologists, and child and youth workers, particularly those focused on culturally responsive and anti-racist practice within educational settings.Stream 2 (Day 2): Community, Parents & Practice – Empowering Black Families​Audience: Parents of Black children, caregivers, community members, youth, and grassroots practitioners.Stream 2 aligns with the second day of the conference and centers family and community knowledge, advocacy, and practice. Submissions should uplift community-led, parent-led, and practice-based approaches that support Black children’s educational journeys and strengthen the relationships between families, schools, and communities, including:​Community-led models for uplifting and supporting Black studentsParent- and caregiver-led workshops on advocacy tools and strategiesNewcomer parent navigation of the Canadian school systemYouth-led perspectives, initiatives, and creative expressionsPrograms strengthening collaboration between families and schoolsPractice insights that support wellbeing, belonging, and achievement​We strongly encourage submissions from parents, caregivers, grassroots organizers, youth leaders, and community practitioners whose work uplifts Black students and strengthens family and community power in education. We welcome creative, culturally grounded, and intergenerational approaches that reflect the realities and resilience of Black families navigating the Canadian school system.YOUTH PARTICIPATION​Youth are encouraged to contribute as presenters. We especially welcome youth-led insights, projects, and creative expressions grounded in lived experience.Youth under 18 may submit independently or with an adult co-presenter.If selected, youth presenters will be supported to ensure a safe and accessible presentation experience.SUBMISSION GUIDELINES​To be considered for the conference program, please submit:Title of submissionAbstract (300 – 500 words): A clear summary of work, including its relevance to the conference theme and aligned stream.Presenter(s) Information: Full name, affiliation (if applicable), short bio (75-100 words), and contact email. A maximum of 2 presenters per submission is permitted.Preferred format: Indicate whether your content is best suited as a workshop (interactive, skills-focused) or a talk (presentation of research, insights, or lived experience). All sessions will be 45 minutes long.Keywords (3 – 5) that reflect your topic.​Submissions should reflect original work, evidence-informed insights, or community practice with potential to inform discussion and action. All submissions will undergo review by the conference program committee. Submissions are welcome in English or French. The conference aims to include at least one French-language workshop on each day.​IMPORTANT DATES​Call for papers open - December 22, 2025Submission due date - January 31, 2026 Notification of acceptance - February 21, 2026Official conference program publication - March 1, 2026REVIEW CRITERIA​Submissions will be evaluated based on:Relevance to the conference theme and chosen streamClarity of objectives and insightsContribution to knowledge, practice, policy, or community empowermentDiversity of lived experiencesPotential to engage participants in inclusive discussions and actions​We welcome submissions that center Black voices, lived experiences, culturally grounded research, and intergenerational knowledge sharing. Help us build a vibrant, action-focused program that amplifies solutions and stories for equitable education for Black youth in Canada.HOW TO SUBMIT​Please submit your proposal via our online form: Abstract Submission Form.​Submissions must be in English or French. Presenters selected must register for the conference and consent to sharing materials with the planning team.​CONTACT AND SUPPORT​For questions or accessibility support, contact Mariana Garrido through email (research@futureblackfemale.com) or by phone (+1 289 696-8441). - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/st-catharines/breaking-the-cycle-conference/100001981438266193 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, workshops, health-wellness, mental-health, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 100, max: 1000, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: St. Catharines - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Brock University - **lat**: 43.1181324 - **long**: -79.247686 - **full address**: Brock University, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way, St. Catharines, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/7897289d39332035cc2ad9685b89e99caa9abe474dd9221e3f47947d7c12f14f-rimg-w1080-h1350-dcfde701-gmir.jpg?v=1770351326 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE being held? - **A:** BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE takes place on Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Brock University, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way, St. Catharines, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE? - **A:** Ticket prices for BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE range from CAD 100 to CAD 1,000 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral Admission, Early BirdCAD 100AvailableGeneral Admission, RegularCAD 120AvailableGeneral Admission, Group of 3CAD 300AvailableGeneral Admission, Group of 5CAD 500AvailableGeneral Admission, Group of 7CAD 700AvailableGeneral Admission, Group of 10CAD 1,000Available - **Q**: Who is organizing BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE? - **A:** BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE is organized by Future Black Female. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** BREAKING THE CYCLE CONFERENCE is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in St. Catharines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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