This initaitve is exploring the need, opportunity, and community priorities for Black Youth and Family Community Hub. We are engaging organizations and stakeholders to better understand exisitng services, identify gaps, and help share what comes next.
This work is being shaped through conversations with organizations, service providers, families, youth, and community leaders across York Region.
Action focused
The goal is to identify practical opportunities, partnerships, and priorities that can support a future Black Youth and Family Community Hub.
Built for collaboration
We are inviting stakeholders to share programs, service gaps, ideas, and partnership opportunities that can help guide this initiative.
ABOUT THE INITIATIVE
The BFY Hub initiative is intended to support a deeper understanding of the programs, services, needs, and partnership opportunities connected to Black youth and families in York Region. This page is designed to give stakeholders a simple overview of the work and a place to engage with the process.At this stage, the focus is on listening, learning, and gathering input. Insights collected through stakeholder outreach will help inform future engagement, planning, and decision making.
Current focus areas
Understanding the current landscape of programs and services
Identifying unmet needs and service gaps
Exploring opportunities for collaboration and partnership
Supporting future community engagement and planning
WHY STAKEHOLDER INPUT MATTERS
Community organizations and partners bring vital knowledge about what is working well, where supports may be missing, and what kinds of collaboration could strengthen outcomes for Black youth and families.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Complete the organization intake form
Share information about your current programs and services
Highlight community needs, service gaps, and partnership ideas
Take part in future engagement opportunities as the project evolves