What is Ruckus All About?

RUCKUS! is a free activism & anti-racism conference for high school-aged youth of Colour, their Allies and concerned youth.Our conference, RUCKUS! aims to bring together young people of color from Ontario to critically address issues of race, racism, multiculturalism and social justice.  The impetus for this project came from the awareness that young people of color often lack role models who share their cultural histories and experiences, especially in social and environmental justice communities.

What’s the main message?

This year’s Ruckus aims to focus to provide a positive space for youth to express themselves through arts and other mediums to get their voices heard. This years theme is “Stand Up. Speak Up.” Through the various engaging workshops that will be offered at this year’s Ruckus, students will learn how to take action in their communities against injustices.

What type of workshops/activities will be held this year?

It promises to offer an amazing selection of engaging workshops that will get youth to think critically about themselves and the world we live in today. These workshops will bring to the forefront issues that are relevant to today’s youth, including homophobia, Islamaphobia, gender, racism, anti-oppression, aboriginal discrimination and activism through the arts.

When and where will it take place?

This year Ruckus! will be held at York University on Wednesday, October 13th – Thursday, October 14th, 2010.

Need More Information?

Contact Sandra Vides Martinez at svidesmartinez(at)gmail(dot)com

Check out our video from our last Ruckus Conference: