Former and current civil servants in Canada have filed a lawsuit against the federal government for allegedly discriminating against the black community for a long period. The black community states that they have been excluded from promotions, and black workers are treated differently in the country.
The black community demands $900 million in compensation for damages made against its declaration. The lawsuit has highlighted over 50 departments and agencies that have been involved directly in the discrimination and compromising of the public culture.
Racism has been a major challenge, especially for Africans living in the diaspora. Since the murder of George Floyd in 2020, the movement has gained massive backup and following.
Many people have received a different view of the impact of racism, especially in the justice system and healthcare. The healthcare system has led to high maternal mortality rates, high disease prevalence, low life expectancy, and poor health outcomes.
NAMI is an advocacy health organization that deals with mental health. It is mainly involved in policy influencing, crisis intervention, and following public policy reports. NAMI collaborates with policymakers to advance various priority issues and ensure that issues regarding mental illness are considered in the policymaking process.
Additionally, NAMI has webinar services across the US, which include experts and professionals in mental health that are actively engaging in education, support, and advocacy of the effects of mental illness in society.