The Dalla Lana School of Public Health (DLSPH) Outreach and Access Program is a school and community-based group-mentoring initiative designed to empower Black, Indigenous, and other youth from socially diverse and underrepresented communities by introducing them to careers in public health while also providing valuable guidance, resources, and networking opportunities. Through relationship building with DLSPH […]
Future Sound 6 (FS6) is a trauma-informed, community-based program connecting underserved BIPOC/racialized young women, trans, and gender-expansive high school students with U of T’s Faculty of Music. Participants are supported by faculty, staff, and students to develop skills in songwriting, musicianship, and music production. FS6 partners with the YWCA Girls’ Centre in Scarborough to provide […]
Building Black Success Through Design (BBSD) is a free 12-week mentoring program for Black high school students interested in architecture, art, and design. BBSD aims to inspire Black students to pursue excellence and innovation within design industries and academia, enhancing diversity and building Black success through design. The creative work produced by the high school […]
Daniels Design Discovery offers a comprehensive introduction to the discipline of architecture, providing an opportunity to experience different ways of seeing, thinking, and making through the lens of design. The program develops skills in a broad range of design tools and techniques, establishing a strong foundation to explore creative potential. Students are given access to […]
Several key initiatives are being implemented to enhance the recruitment, support, and success of Indigenous students in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work (FIFSW). These initiatives will provide targeted recruitment, application support, mentorship, academic guidance, and professional development.
Through this initiative, Black high school students are introduced to the wonders of science, helping to address barriers and combat discouragement often encountered in science-based academic and career paths. It offers opportunities to explore diverse fields, gain independence, and develop critical scientific and life skills, such as confidence and resilience. This program aligns with unit, […]
Law in Action Within Schools (LAWS) is Canada’s leading law school youth access diversity pipeline program and is recognized as a leader across North America. LAWS operates as an education engagement and support program for high school students facing barriers to access due to personal and systemic factors, including low socioeconomic status, race, culture, newcomer […]
The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Law offers high school students a unique law school experience through the Law YSP summer camp. This program features seven week-long modules, providing unique exposure to various areas of law, including corporate law, criminal law, international law, and social justice. Students currently enrolled in grades 10 through 12 spend […]
Black Future Lawyers (BFL) represents a groundbreaking collaboration involving UofT Law, the Black Law Students Association, Black alumni, and the wider legal community. BFL provides support and engagement opportunities for Black undergraduate students aspiring to attend law school and pursue legal careers. The initiative aims to boost the number of Black students attending law school […]
The Summer Mentorship Program (SMP) is a unique initiative designed for high school students who are Indigenous or identify as Black African, Black Caribbean, Black North American, or multi-racial with connections to Black heritage. Participants join hands-on activities, experiments, lectures, and specialized projects led by professionals at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine. They explore fields […]
