BIPOC USHR

To provide a network, community, forum, and collective voice of solidarity for the BIPOC communities on PEI, by engaging in educational, advocacy, and supportive practices. To bring together BIPOC communities on PEI and to work in solidarity with the Mi’kmaq People on Epekwitk.

Our Vision

BIPOC communities will be engaged, supported, and heard. BIPOC communities will feel supported and safe in the broader PEI community.

Our Values and Philosophy

BIPOC USHR is based on the values of compassion, care, cooperation, and collectivism. We carry and work with feminine energy and recognize the efforts of all BIPOC women and non-binary folks in our collective struggle, along with the struggles of BIPOC cisgender heterosexual men.

COMMUNITY NAVIGATION

Providing outreach and follow-up services addressing the social and emotional needs of BIPOC individuals

Assessing needs and support, connecting to resources, advocating, system navigation, identifying system gaps

Providing navigation support and advocacy around issues of justice, education, health care, housing, employment, discrimination, and other needs as they arise