Reporting on Race Then and Now: The Press, Race Relations and Public Policy

The Black History Month Committee of Osgoode Hall Law School at York University presents a Black History Month Symposium entitled "Reporting on Race Then and Now: The Press, Race Relations and Public Policy"

Date: Wednesday February 07, 2001
Time: 12:40 p.m.
Place: Moot Courtroom, Osgoode Hall Law School
4700 Keele Street, Toronto

Prominent African Canadian journalists will give their views on how the press has affected public policy, particularly in the justice system. They will also discuss the important and proactive role of African Canadian journalists in countering negative stereotypes of African Canadians in the mainstream press. Finally, they will discuss important policy issues including their role as agents of change.

Speakers that have already confirmed their intention to speak at the symposium include (partial listing only) -

* Paul Riley, CBC Radio One; Lecturer, Humber College; Law Student, Osgoode Hall Law School; and tv journalist with CBC Evening and Late Night News (photo, left)

* Marci Ien, CTV NewsNet anchor

* Ashante Infantry, Toronto Star Staff Reporter (photo, right)