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The MSoA is hosting a celebration of Black History Month on February 24 from 5:45 pm - 7:30 pm EST. Please join us for presentations from our MSoA External Thes...is Critic Michaele Pride, Professor of Architecture and Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies at the University of New Mexico - and Farida Abu-Bakare, Project Architect, Adjaye Associates, Accra, Ghana, Chair and co-Founder of BAIDA (Black Architects and Interior Designers Association), Toronto, Ontario. An ensuing discussion will be moderated by Tura Cousins Wilson and Kristen Aleong, following with a Conversation on Reflections - Accomplishments, Challenges and Optimisms - the Future of Architecture Education and the Architectural Profession with Tura Cousins Wilson, Kristen Aleong, and Assumpta Isiguzo. We will also launch the MSoA Library Celebration of Black Architects book virtual book display. Register in advance for this webinar: https://laurentian.zoom.us//regi/WN_7Nj1NTjaS96zh_yn0depyA After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. See you there! Le MSoA organise une célébration du Mois de l'histoire des Noirs le 24 février de 17h45 à 19h30 (heure de l'Est). Veuillez vous joindre à nous pour les présentations de notre critique de thèse externe au MSoA, Michaele Pride, professeur d'architecture et titulaire de la chaire associée pour les études de premier cycle à l'Université du Nouveau Mexique - et Farida Abu-Bakare, architecte de projet, Adjaye Associates, Accra, Ghana, Président et co-fondateur de BAIDA (Black Architects and Interior Designers Association), Toronto, Ontario. Une discussion sera ensuite animée par Tura Cousins Wilson et Kristen Aleong, suivie d'une conversation sur le thème Réflexions - Réalisations, défis et optimismes - l'avenir de l'enseignement de l'architecture et de la profession d'architecte avec Tura Cousins Wilson, Kristen Aleong et Assumpta Isiguzo. Nous lancerons également l’exposition virtuelle intitulée Celebration of Black Architects, présentée par la bibliothèque de la MSoA. Inscrivez-vous à l'avance pour ce webinaire : https://laurentian.zoom.us//regi/WN_7Nj1NTjaS96zh_yn0depyA Après vous être inscrit, vous recevrez un courriel de confirmation contenant des informations sur la façon de participer au webinaire.Un lien d'inscription sera bientôt disponible. A bientôt!

We are elated to announce that a member of community Juste Fanou @prof_lansen , founder of Bibliotech Inc. has sponsored BAIDA as a Silver Level Sponsor and has issued the following statement: As a Black-owned business, Bibliotech Inc. is delighted to support BAIDA in accomplishing its mission of increasing representation, diversity, and inclusion of Black and other marginalized communities' in the architectural and design space. We applaud BAIDA for the work it has done to d...ate, but are also cognizant that there is still much to do. We look forward to working with this exciting organization and journey together towards a more equitable world. #blackarchitects #blackinteriordesigners #blackownedtoronto #baidasponsorship #architecture #design #architects #design #diversity If you would like to become a BAIDA sponsor or learn more, please contact us at [email protected].

@idstoronto is celebrating Black History Month with some IDS Alumni who have been trailblazing the way to promote and amplify black voices within the architecture and design history. This includes BAIDA founding member @ms_camillemitchell ! IDS Toronto continues to be a strong supporter of BAIDA’s programs and initiatives and we’re looking forward to future collaborations!

BAIDA is excited to announce that @og_architect has sponsored our community as a Gold Level sponsor and has issued the following statement: Omar Gandhi Architect is honored to support BAIDA as they strive for equity and diversity in the design profession. We commend BAIDA for their important work in advocacy, mentorship and outreach and look forward to future collaboration opportunities. We believe that diversity and design excellence go hand in hand. We are committed to list...ening, (un)learning and contributing to these important conversations that will and must change our industry for the better. #blackarchitects #blackinteriordesigners #blackownedtoronto #baidasponsorship #architecture #design #architects #design #diversity If you would like to become a BAIDA sponsor or learn more, please contact us at [email protected]

A Conversation with Stephanie Allen, Itah Sadu & Angela Simmonds moderated by Camille Mitchell Monday, February 1, 2021 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM... Join BAIDA Vice Chair @ms_camillemitchell and ULI Toronto in celebrating Black History Month as we explore the impacts of displacement and urban renewal on Black communities and landmarks across Canada. This webinar will bring leading experts from Vancouver’s Hogan’s Alley and Toronto’s Mirvish Village and Halifax’s North Preston together to discuss how their communities have endured the effects of urban renewal, how they are overcoming past injustices, and how they are now rebuilding and reimagining their communities for future generations. Moderator: Camille Mitchell, Architect, Gensler Speakers: Vancouver: Stephanie Allen, Founding Board Member, Hogan’s Alley Society & Associate Vice-President, Strategic Business Operations and Performance, BC Housing Toronto: Itah Sadu, Co-Owner, A Different Booklist Cultural Centre Halifax: Angela Simmonds, Manager of Equity and Access, Nova Scotia Barristers' Society

Tomorrow join us for "In Conversation with BAIDA" featuring Bridget Brown, Tura Cousins Wilson, Brent Hughes, Kathryn Lawrence, Salome Tonge, and Christopher Williams Tue, Jan 26/21 7:00pm to 8:00pm Zoom - Link in bio #blackarchitects #blackinteriordesigners #blackownedtoronto #baidasponsorship #architecture #design #architects #design #diversity