STEADFAST: The messenger and the message
- Date
- March 10, 2025
- Time
- 4:00 PM EDT - 5:30 PM EDT
- Location
- DMZ Sandbox, 3rd floor, SLC, 341 Younge St.
- Open To
- TMU Community
We are thrilled to invite you to the screening of "STEADFAST - The Messenger and the Message".
Date: March 10, 2025
Time: 4 - 5 PM screening followed by a 30 minute Q&A with Dr. Jean Augustine
Location: DMZ Sandbox, 3rd floor SLC, 341 Yonge St , Toronto
The documentary film tells the remarkable story of The Honourable Dr. Jean Augustine, a trailblazing politician, social justice activist and educator. Directed by Fahim Hamid Ali, "STEADFAST - The Messenger and the Message" chronicles her life journey from Grenada, West Indies to her historic achievement as the first African-Canadian female Member of Parliament and Cabinet Minister elected to Canada's House of Commons in 1993.
In 1995, Hon. Jean Augustine notably championed the federal Motion to establish February as Black History Month in Canada. The documentary includes interviews with prominent figures, highlighting her accomplishments and the bravery she demonstrated in advocating for women's rights and social justice.
