•Youth Advocate at African Canadian Christian Network (ACCN) advocating and supporting black youth facing barriers in the education system.•Two years of experience as Program Assistant at Restoration Empowerment for Social Transition (REST Centres) supporting the BIPOC Community who are facing barriers and challenges in the housing sector and provide wraparound support.•BA Honours in Ontario Tech University Criminology and Justice Program.•Diploma in Centennial College Community and Justice Services Program.