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International Decade for People of African Descent

October 16, 2018 proclamation

Whereas ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ University is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion as principles of excellence in learning, research, teaching and service;

Whereas ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ University recognizes African Nova Scotians as a distinct people and acknowledges how they have shaped this province and University over centuries;

Whereas ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ University celebrates the contributions of all people of African descent and values their integral role; and

Whereas ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ University understands that we must learn from our past in order to create a truly equitable institution today and for future generations:

I do hereby proclaim the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent at ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ University and will take action to implement the Decade themes of recognition, justice, and development.

The signature of former ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ president Richard Florizone

Richard Florizone

Former President & Vice-Chancellor ´ºÓêÖ±²¥ University