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WHERE YOU HAVE A SAFE SPACE
RAF Alliance is a new nonprofit organization created in May 2023 to formally address the importance of mental health in African and Caribbean communities. RAF Alliance was formulated to destigmatize conversations surrounding mental health — that is commonly known to arise more prevalently within Black communities — to create a safe space for conversation. RAF Alliance aims to inclusively support everyone who identifies as Black in the Durham Region, Greater Toronto Areas, and globally.
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WHO WE ARE
RAF Alliance is a new nonprofit organization created in May 2023 to formally address the importance of mental health in Black communities. Rain Akai formulated this Foundation to destigmatize conversations surrounding mental health, that is known to arise more prevalently within African and Caribbean communities. RAF Alliance aims to inclusively support everyone who identifies as Black in the Durham Region, and Greater Toronto Areas, and globally.
OUR VISION
RAF Alliance believes that art and creativity are essential to initiate social change. We at the RAF Alliance use various forms of art and expression to inspire and bring about social change; specifically focusing on destigmatizing mental health in Black communities while incorporating safe and inclusive frameworks.
Our Commitment
RAF Alliance, is committed to supporting Black women and their families who are equity-deserving, and of low-socioeconomic status by providing characteristics of the Ubuntu Philosophy.
Ubuntu Philosophy
'I Am Because We Are' A South African principle that includes the essential human virtues of compassion and humanity. In practice, Ubuntu means believing the common bonds within a group are more important than any individual arguments and divisions within it. Ubuntu promotes restorative justice and a community-centric ethos. We are all connected and we can only grow and progress through the growth and progression of others.
AFROCENTRISM
All programs are developed through a trauma-informed, Afrocentric, perspective and ethnic-specific lens.
INCLUSION
Inclusive support services that recognize fundamental Human Rights with respect to all exceptionalities, disabilities and complex needs with acceptance without biases.
CULTURALLY SAFE
Culturally safe resources that support individuals by drawing strength from their own identity and community.
ARTISTIC GROWTH
Advocating for economic opportunities and encouraging artistic growth and self development through skills training. Collaboration between RAF Alliance, and outside partnerships to create, professional and personal advancement.
UPCOMING EVENTS
🌿 You’re Not Alone Series
✨ A Free 4 Week Virtual Mental Health Workshop Series for Black, Newcomer & MVP
( Most Vulnerable Populations) Youth ✨
Feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or struggling with your mental health? You are not alone. Join RAF Alliance this September for a safe and supportive space where we come together to learn, share, and heal.
📅 Event Details
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When: Every Wednesday in September, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
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Where: Online via Zoom (link provided after registration)
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Cost: FREE
