Applications open for the 2024 Promoting Black Flourishing Fund
The Promoting Black Flourishing Fund supports initiatives led by Black members of the UM Community and Black UM-affiliated groups and organizations that support the objectives of The Scarborough Charter, and advances anti-racism at the University of Manitoba. The fund is currently accepting applications until October 25, 2024.
The Scarborough Charter on anti-Black racism and Black Inclusion is a historically important document developed by post-secondary institutions across the country to declare their commitment to take action against anti-Black racism and to foster Black inclusion in higher education and communities. As a signatory to the Charter, UM affirms the overarching principles of Black Flourishing, Inclusive Excellence, Mutuality, and Accountability.
Taking action on these principles requires: recognizing the diversity and complexity of Black peoples, including Black peoples across the gender spectrum, Black persons with disabilities, and Black peoples in 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; supporting and affirming all Black voices; and investing in Black initiatives at UM.
Sponsored by the office of Equity Transformation, this is the third year of the fund. Tina Chen, Vice-Provost (Equity) says, “It is exciting to see the diversity and creativity that comes from community-led initiatives for Black flourishing, and the ways in which these initiatives redefine our community. We look forward to receiving many applications that celebrate Black Life in the UM community.”
Promoting Black Flourishing Fund: Eligible Projects
- Projects may include, but are not limited to: community-building initiatives, events, guest speakers/public dialogue, celebration of Black excellence, creative projects or exhibits, film-screenings or performances, community engagement.
- The fund does not support: individual research projects; teaching release; course materials or fees; conference travel; or individual professional development costs. Projects or initiatives delivered primarily by non-UM organizations are not eligible for funding.
Application timeline:
- Application deadline is October 25, 2024. However, applications will continue to be accepted after October 25 and reviewed on a rolling basis as funds allow.
- Award funds must be spent by March 31, 2025.
Application requirements:
- Lead individual(s), including name, position and UM email address
- Organization(s) or group(s) involved, where applicable
- Self-identification as Black, Black Canadian, African, Afro-Caribbean, or Caribbean
- University of Manitoba affiliation
- Project title and project description (250 words maximum)
- Description of how the project contributes to Black flourishing at UM (250 words maximum)
- Timeline
- Budget, including any received or requested funding from other sources
- Status of any projects previously funded through the Promoting Black Flourishing Fund
See also the Promoting Black Flourishing Fund webpage
For further information, contact the Office of Equity Transformation at equity@umanitoba.ca