The event, called Black Brilliance, was organized by students and strictly for students, with the support of their schools and the Toronto District School Board. “I didn’t really know where I stood in life,” says the Grade 11 student at Downsview Secondary School. “I’ve learned there are different ways of handling our anger inside and (countering) racism,” said the 16-year-old, halfway through the Black Brilliance event. ( ANDREW FRANCIS WALLACE )Kardell McAfee, Grade 9, Downsview Secondary School: Black Brilliance was a chance to talk about things that matter, says Kardell McAfee, 14. “Work for what you want and strive for, and never undercut yourself.”Shon Williams is a Grade 11 student at Downsview Secondary School.

Source: thestar November 24, 2016 20:47 UTC