EPISODE · Jan 10, 2021 · 56 MIN
Sticks and Stones: Discussing Micro (and Macro!) Aggressions with Daniel Quan-Watson
from Our True Colors: Mixed Race Voices and Other Stories of Belonging · host Shawna Gann
MESSAGE ME HERE!Daniel Quan-Watson, a high-ranking official in Canada's Public Service, has a unique blend of experiences. He's held the highest Canadian civil service position, is fluent in both English and French, has lived in 13 Canadian locations, traveled extensively across the country, authored long-lasting legislation, overseen a prominent National Parks system, and contributed to shaping Canada's responses to critical issues. Notably, he's the first Deputy Minister of Chinese-Canadian heritage in the federal government, akin to a US Undersecretary.Mr. Quan-Watson, a diverse heritage, discusses his response to Rex Murphy's article on racism in Canada as our guest. See the links for more details.REX MURPHY: Canada is not a racist country, despite what the Liberals sayDANIEL QUAN-WATSON: An Answer to Rex Murphy's Questions on Racism in CanadaOther interesting reads:What Racial Terms You Should AvoidUnderstanding the Stressors and Types of Discrimination That Can Affect Multiracial IndividualsBiracial couple shares experience, advice on having conversations about race with childrenIf this is your first time with OTC, check out EPISODE 1: START HERE for more background on the show. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!Our True Colors is powered by The Culture Crucible. Go to THE HUB to learn more!Consider joining the Critical Mixed Race Studies Association!
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MESSAGE ME HERE! Daniel Quan-Watson, a high-ranking official in Canada's Public Service, has a unique blend of experiences. He's held the highest Canadian civil service position, is fluent in both English and French, has lived in 13 Canadian locations, traveled extensively across the country, authored long-lasting legislation, overseen a prominent National Parks system, and contributed to shaping Canada's responses to critical issues. Notably, he's the first Deputy Minister of Chinese-Canadia...
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