Bunmi Afolabi, President of the Congress of Black Women of Manitoba, joins host Sunday Adeola on Community Hour, presented by U Multicultural Channel.
In this episode, Afolabi shares her journey into community activism and leadership, tracing her path from secretary and vice president to leading the organization. She discusses the history of the Congress since its establishment in 1981, its focus on social justice and advocacy, and key policy priorities such as maternal healthcare, mental health for Black youth, and inclusive education.
Afolabi also highlights the importance of mentorship, representation for Black women in leadership, building solidarity with Indigenous communities, and creating spaces for open community dialogue.
“There isn’t a lot of community… so you try to find people who are like you, who you share similar cultures, beliefs, identity with, and that was a great way for me to find those group of people,” Afolabi explains as she outlines her vision for empowering Black women and building strong community connections across Manitoba.
The discussion explores her perspective on navigating systemic barriers, advocating for policy reforms, fostering inter-community partnerships, and advancing mentorship initiatives to ensure greater representation and support for Black women and families.
Hosted by Sunday Adeola as part of Community Hour on U Multicultural Channel.
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