May 20, 2024 | Race & Diversity
Growing up I recall only one Asian personality represented anywhere across traditional media (this was before the internet). David Suzuki hosted a weekly TV show called, “The Nature of Things” (yay science!) shown on the public broadcaster here in Canada. (The show is...Jun 3, 2022 | Race & Diversity
Download My Free E-BookThis blog post is part of a series that has been updated and made available as a free E-book download when signing up for my monthly newsletter. This introductory resource is an excellent starting point for those embarking on the journey to...May 30, 2022 | Race & Diversity
As we wind down Asian Heritage Month (AAPI History Month in the USA), I am republishing a short thread on the model minority myth that I recently posted on Twitter. I have written on this subject before, noting the “terms and conditions” Asian folks need...Mar 18, 2021 | Race & Diversity
I’ve been thinking…. The rise in anti-Asian racism is a reminder that we must adhere to the terms and conditions too. You can put your head down, work hard, try to assimilate, but the arms of white supremacy will randomly lunge to pull you back into a...
Nov 26, 2019 | Race & Diversity
It’s probably 1987… The Calgary Flames are two years away from winning the Stanley Cup and I’m learning how to skate deep in the suburbs of South Calgary. I don’t know why, but my parents (namely my dad) thought I should learn. What’s...
Oct 10, 2019 | Race & Diversity
Belonging. The core of Christ’s ministry was breaking down dividing walls that obscured who belonged in his community. The outsiders were given place at the table. The question of belonging is an ongoing struggle for many Christians of colour. Many have...May 31, 2019 | Race & Diversity
Download My Free E-BookThis blog post is part of a series that has been updated and made available as a free E-book download when signing up for my monthly newsletter. This introductory resource is an excellent starting point for those embarking on the journey to...
Feb 26, 2019 | Race & Diversity
I’ve made my debut over at Sojourners with an article on decentering whiteness through new venture activity led by people of color. For posterity sake, I’ve included most of the first version of my article here on the blog as it takes a somewhat different...
Jan 25, 2019 | Race & Diversity
Christians of colour are invisible in Canada and it’s been masterfully designed this way. The dominant Canadian narrative is formed around the notion of colourblindness. Those at the top lay claim a country where racial privileges no longer exist as everyone stands...
Nov 30, 2017 | Race & Diversity
White folks need to get their own. It’s hard to call out a friend or relative over a racist diatribe or comment, but it’s necessary if we’re going to see change happen in our lifetime. A first step to confront racism is to listen. Listen to the stories that are...
