I'm so excited to share the release of the first of four books in the In Words of Our Own: Black Women and Being series, which I've had the privilege of co-editing with Ezi Odozor and Professor Njoki N. Wane. See purchase link below. #Newbook #Books #BlackWomen #Canadian #Publishing #Blackademia

Children ask curious questions, and they should not be shut down. Delighted to share our latest publication in the Early Years: An International Research Journal, co-authored with Dr. Rachel Berman, which highlights the proactive teaching practices and community-building of Black ECEs.

🌟 Freedom through joy🌟 Freedom deserves to be celebrated, remembered, and protected! We would like to share this article, Freedom through joy, written by Janelle Brady, on the upcoming celebrations of Juneteenth, Labour Day, Carnival, and more. 🔗 Read the full article in our bio!

Excited to share my co-authored chapter with Rachel Berman, Dismantling anti-Black racism in Early Childhood and Care in Ontario is now published in Disrupting Anti-Black Racism in Early Childhood Settings: A Pedagogy of Promise. Happy to contribute to this important collection of work!

Joined this insightful Podcast as a Guest, the Mistakes, Missteps, and Mindsets: Stories of Failure and Resilience in Academia Show with Alex Whyte and Dr. Krystal Nunes. A wonderful conversation filled with reflection on my failures, lessons learned, tips, and details about my mentorship circle.

Excited to share a new publication in an international journal that is particularly meaningful to me. A collaboration between undergraduate students, a PhD candidate, an international scholar, and my co-investigator. doi.org/10.37291/271...

Beginning January 1, 2026, the collection of Ontario’s residential recycling materials has been brought under a single province wide system. Some residents are not happy. Etti Bali writes for the Downsview Advocate. www.downsviewadvocate.ca/news/new-rec...

This past summer, I had the privilege of reading the preprint version of the book and providing my endorsement. I was immersed in the stories of women who fought tenaciously for better outcomes and futures for all. Looking forward to the upcoming launch event on November 13th! 👇🏾

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Between the Lines & Toronto Metropolitan University are proud to present the Toronto book launch of Women United by @peggynash.bsky.social and @jwhite54.bsky.social. 📅 November 13, 4-6 pm 📍TRSM CPA Lounge, 55 Dundas St W 👉Free & open to all! Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-bo...

Honoured to co-author this piece on how early childhood systems shape the lives of families with disabled children — and the gendered, racialized, and classed labour placed on mothers and caregivers.

Excited to share a new chapter I co-authored with Dr. Kisha McPherson in In Her Arms: Love and Legacy of Black Mothers and Daughters (Demeter Press).

🚨 ACTION ALERT 🚨 Sign & share the petition to get as many signatures as we can before the deadline: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en.... Pls confirm the House of Commons email after signing. #onpoli #cdnpoli #healthcare #dougford #markcarney

I wanted to thank everyone that participated, in person or online, on the Town Hall on Public Education and Why it Matters. The fight for public education is just starting. You can view the town hall at the link below!! www.facebook.com/share/v/1SSp...

Earlier this year, I had the honour of joining Episode 8 of the Educational Equity Podcast — Melanin Magic: A Conversation about Black Joy — hosted by Jahiem Thomas.

Did not have receiving King's Coronation medal as part of my Bingo of Life card, but here we are.

Congratulations @neethanshan.bsky.social on your successful city council election in Scarborough Rouge -Park! 🥳

We have schools in #OntEd with condemned ventilation systems, electrical issues, leaking rooftops, and crumbling walls. Parents of children with special needs are being asked to keep their kids home due to a lack of special education staff. Bill 33 does nothing to solve this.

At the first in-person convention since 2019, I was re-elected as President of the @theondy.bsky.social! It’s truly an honour and work that I do not take lightly nor for granted. I’m grateful for the support and look forward to the work that’s ahead.

All out for @neethanshan.bsky.social On Monday Sept 29th let’s bring back a progressive voice from Scarborough to city hall! Sign up to canvass, sign up for election day, make a donation, and vote! 🗳️ See you ok the campaign trail!

💫🗞️The Fall Downsview Advocate issue is out! Lots of interesting community coverage in this edition! Thanks to all the contributors and the entire team for your hard work on this issue! 👏🏾 @maritstilesndp.bsky.social @thematias.bsky.social

This past ONDP caucus retreat left me feeling energized about the work ahead of us! Led by Marit Stiles, the NDP caucus members are the Official Opposition in this province and they continue to take principled stances that make all of us in the movement very proud.

I’m looking forward to running for re-election this weekend at the Ontario NDP convention! I’ve worked on anti-racist and outreach initiatives in the party. I have lots of lessons learned and high hopes for what can be accomplished by the ONDP during these difficult times faced by people across ON.

I’m seeking re-election to serve as President of the Ontario NDP! I want to support our movement for a better province. #ondp #election #ONpoli

As we head into the final weekend before school kicks off, it’s important to think of the working conditions of part time contract faculty. Check out this important video covering important topics in affecting higher ed by Shawnee Hardware! youtu.be/AOGd0J9SRWM?...

Problems in Higher Education- Solutions for Moving Forward

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From an engaging panel at #RECE2024 to a published article—excited to share Viable vulnerabilities: Rethinking conference pedagogies, co-written with amazing international scholars.

Honoured to have taught & supervised these remarkable Masters of Arts in Early Childhood Studies students at Toronto Metropolitan University. They continue to challenge barriers and push boundaries in the field of ECE — proud of their journey then and now. 🎓✨

I’m honoured to share my chapter, Supporting Black Flourishing in Early Childhood Education and Care, in Early Years Education and Care in Canada, 2nd Ed.

As a Black professor, attending the Black Grad is always a powerful and emotional experience. To witness our students celebrated in their full brilliance — surrounded by love, community, and joy — is what Black excellence looks like. Congratulations to the grads.

Our emails are being taken away as of Monday. You can still reach me at info@matiasdedovitiis.ca: www.thestar.com/news/gta/tds...

TDSB trustees ordered to turn in phones, computers

Toronto public school trustees have a week to hand them in, cut off from the public while the board is under supervision.

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I’m proud to share that my chapter, Black Feminism in Early Childhood and Care (ECEC), is published in The Bloomsbury Handbook of Gender and Sexuality in Early Childhood. I write about Black mothering, resistance, and the importance of centering Black women’s knowledge in ECEC.

A couple weeks ago, I marched in the Pride Parade with Ontario NDP and Marit Stiles not just to celebrate, but to stand firmly against the rising, legislated transphobia and homophobia targeting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Solidarity means showing up — always.