BCRC Community Dialogue Workshops

In The Know Too (2)

This project will address gaps in Quebec’s justice system, which mainly targets Black youths and their engagement in society.

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What this project focused on

The BCRC also seeks to increase Black youth and other minority community individuals’ literacy on the criminal justice system and their capacity to confront racism, considering the over-policing of racialized individuals and the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement. Curriculum specialists will help develop interactive modules, pedagogical materials and recordings of virtual discussion panels for youth aged 13-35 at English-language schools with a high portion of students coming from various economic and social backgrounds. In order to reach youth outside of the school system as well as other adults, the project will extend access to modules to the broader community and disseminate education materials online and on community forums. Some 300 youth and 100 community members are expected to participate in the project.

Method of Delivery

Workshops are developed and designed to introduce common legal issues to youth.

“In the Know Too (2)” will take place in the public high-schools and community in the greater Montréal area. This project seeks to put English-speaking, school-aged Black and visible minority youth “in the know” about the legal pitfalls they may run into in their day to day functioning. 

The project will develop and deliver a series of interactive workshops in the form of presentations, videos, case study exercises, personal reflection, and small group discussions. The workshops aim to open a space for dialogue with youths about their legal rights and responsibilities. The 10 interactive workshops will last 45 minutes and are facilitated by a range of justice sector experts (researchers, lawyers, paralegals, etc.). They use interactive session and activities to disseminate knowledge and build comfort with legal topics such as:
  • Home a Safe Haven: Youth Safety at Home
  • Be the Change: Arrêt Racism
  • The Justice System: Police and Crime
  • How to interact with the Police?
  • The Truth About Forever: Drug and Alcohol
  • Let’s Talk About It & Be on the Safer Side: Youth Sexual Education
  • It’s Never Your Fault, Without a “YES”, It’s a “NO”: Sexual Assault
  • Digital youth: Power and Danger of Internet and Social Media Platforms
  • No school Jitters: Say “NO” to Bullying
  • It is OK to Speak Up: Know Your Right in Workplace

What We Do

Legal literacy for real life, real people, real change.

Our activities bring justice education directly to the community through creative, interactive, and multilingual formats:

  • Legal Literacy Workshops: dynamic sessions in schools and community spaces exploring discrimination, hate crimes, digital safety, and police interactions, with a focus on anti‑Black racism and intersectional justice.
  • Interview Series: “Ensemble pour égalité et justice”: youth share lived experiences while Black legal experts and allies unpack systemic issues and pathways to reform.
  • Multilingual Legal Infographics: bright, accessible visuals on consent, privacy, allyship, and cyberbullying, designed for youth, families, and community organizations.
  • NDG Legal Awareness Campaign: backpacks, notebooks, and school supplies infused with empowering legal messages for families and youth from Black and visible minority backgrounds.

Public Forums & Community Events: open spaces for dialogue on racism, discrimination, and violence, featuring community leaders, legal professionals, and advocates for Black justice and equity.