Centre for Black Studies in Education

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Welcome to the Centre for Black Studies in Education
The Centre for Black Studies in Education (CBSE) in the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education (ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø), University of Toronto, was established on January 1, 2022. The CBSE exists primarily to harness the knowledge of Black scholars and address anti-blackness & inequities that impact Black people in all aspects of Canadian life including education.
Featured Event

Under this year’s theme, "Grounding, Growth & Goal Setting," the summit will bring together Black leaders, leaders in training, and future leaders from diverse fields for a day of meaningful conversations, learning, and connection.
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Latest News

September 29, 2025
Things said on the bus: ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø alumna Mama Nii-Owoo’s research into the language of cities
ÃÈÃÃÉçÇø Alumna Mama Adobea Nii-Owoo's academic work focuses on Comparative and International Development Education.

September 15, 2025
‘Feeling a calm joy’: Sights and sounds from the annual Black student pathway launch
On Sept. 4, the launch for the next class of the Black Future Educators' Pathway program (BFEP) brought together 42 Black Master of Teaching students.

August 25, 2025
CBSE Newsletter 2024/25
A look back at 2024/25 at the Centre for Black Studies in Education.