3rd Annual "Stellar Stars" Speech Competition 2025

The Pinnacles of Success

Join us for an afternoon of inspiration and eloquence at the 3rd annual “Stellar Stars” Speech Competition, presented by the Jr. Black Achievement Awards. This prestigious event is a platform for young, aspiring speakers to showcase their talents and share their perspectives.

Help us cheer on these aspirational youth as they compete for the $2000 scholarship. In addition, the afternoon includes a delightful lunch, providing a perfect setting for networking and camaraderie among participants and guests.

Sunday February 23, 2025. Doors open at 12:45 pm for lunch and community building time.

Program from 1:30 - 4:00 pm. Coquitlam Library City Centre Branch,

Rooms 137/138 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam, BC

Recognizing our Partnerships:

We are happy to partner with BCBELA and Kosi Fortune Photography for this competition

Recognizing our Sponsors

A special thank you to BCGUE and CUPE 4186 for sponsoring this event.

H.A.R.M.O.N.Y 2024

Join us on September 21st for “H.A.R.M.O.N.Y.” The Restorative Justice Workshop an inclusive and transformative event designed to foster healing, accountability, and connection within our community. The event will take place at the Civic Hotel Safe Centre on the 9th Floor.

This workshop, co-facilitated by experienced practitioners, including Christianne Paras from the Restorative Justice Association of B.C., will feature facilitation circles that encourage open dialogue, mutual respect, and collective healing.

We are excited to collaborate with Ethos Lab, Black School'd, B.C. Community Alliance, Moving Forward, and the City of Surrey to bring this dynamic and community-building workshop to life. These partnerships ensure a rich and diverse experience, grounded in the principles of H.A.R.M.O.N.Y.—Healing, Accountability, and Respect to Mediate, Nurture, and Yield Peace.

This event is generously sponsored by Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and Global BC. Whether you are new to restorative justice or have prior experience, your presence and voice are valued as we work together to restore relationships, address harm in a supportive environment, and build a stronger, more connected community.

We invite all community members seeking healing, understanding, and growth to join us in this vital and impactful work.

Event Information

“H.A.R.M.O.N.Y.” Date: Sat. Sept. 21, 2024 Time: Registration 2 pm Event: 2:30 - 6:30 pm
Location: Civic Hotel Safe Centre 9th Floor 13485 Central Avenue, Surrey, BC

Registration is open at www.jrbaa.org. Join us for an afternoon filled with education, food, prizes and fun.

The Impact 2024

Surrey, BC - Join us for “The IMPACT” a Black Youth Panel dedicated to providing a safe, supportive space for youth to engage in meaningful dialogue about their experiences with microaggressions and acts of anti-Black racism in schools. This event is designed to cultivate a strong sense of community while equipping students with strategies to navigate and address these challenges.

In collaboration with Open Mind Counseling, and registered clinical counselors Lindi Setiloane and John Nweke, this session will be co-facilitated to ensure a therapeutic environment where students can openly discuss potentially traumatic experiences related to their education and life in B.C.

Our partners from the B.C. Community Alliance (BCCA), led by Brian Seremba, will share valuable data collected from students across B.C. about the racial dynamics within schools. Additionally, Moving Forward will be on hand to provide further counseling support if needed.

We are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors, Global BC and United Way, who are committed to helping us create a space where youth feel heard, supported, and empowered to develop strategies for resilience.

Event Information

“The Impact” Date: Sunday September 22, 2024 Time: Registration 2:30 PM event 3:00 -6:00
Location: Poirier Sports and Leisure Complex 633 Poirier St. Coquitlam BC
Registration is open at https://jrbaa.org/news. Join us for an afternoon filled with education, food, prizes and fun.