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U of T's Black Research Network is an Institutional Strategic Initiative promoting Black research excellence and innovation.

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A few special moments from the BRN 5th Anniversary Social 🤩

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this special milestone. Whether you’re new to the BRN or have been with us from the beginning, we’re honoured you could be part of the celebration. Here’s to continuing to advance Black-led research excellence, together.

🤝🏽 This event was generously sponsored by @viccollege

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork taken in Victoria College in the University of Toronto by @uoftbrn

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A party (and cake!) we will never forget! 🎂✨

Stay tuned for more photos from yesterday’s BRN 5th Anniversary Social! For now, our hearts are full 💙 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork taken in Victoria College in the University of Toronto by @uoftbrn

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At the Black Research Network, we know that research grows through connection.

For five years, we’ve been proud to build a community rooted in collaboration and a shared commitment to advancing Black-led research at U of T.

Today at our anniversary event, we’re celebrating the people, partnerships and ideas that have shaped the BRN and continue to guide us moving forward 💙

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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Promoting Black Research Excellence since 2021 💡

Across faculties and disciplines, members of the Black Research Network are shaping inquiry, learning and innovation at the University of Toronto.

Here are just a few ways we’ve supported their work.

Learn more about us: brn.utoronto.ca by @uoftbrn

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"We want aging to be viewed as a site of creativity, connection and becoming."

Shanice Chin is part of a University of Toronto Scarborough research project exploring how digital storytelling can support the well-being of Black and racialized older adults.

Preliminary findings from the Digital Kuumba project, which draws on Africentric principles of community connection and collective knowledge sharing, suggest the approach can foster belonging and well-being.

Learn more at the link in our bio!

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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The Black Research Network began with the vision of four renowned researchers and academic leaders: Lisa Robinson, Alissa Trotz, Maydianne Andrade and Rhonda McEwen.

Together with Beth Coleman, the BRN’s inaugural director, they established the first research initiative of its kind in Canada — creating a space to foster academic development and build community beyond academic silos.

Learn more about the BRN as we mark five years at the University of Toronto at the link in our bio 💙

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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📢 The Black Research Network’s Academic Practice Lab returns on Oct. 15!

Navigate workload, well-being and research momentum with Suzi Oliveira de Lima, the BRN’s associate director of mentorship.

This interactive workshop invites you to reflect on your current commitments, identify what may be getting in the way of research momentum, and explore practical approaches to prioritization, boundary-setting and sustainable productivity.

Register today at the link in bio or brn.utoronto.ca

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork The BRN Academic Practice Lab “Navigating Workload, Well-Being and Research Momentum” takes place on October 15, 2026 from 12 to 1:30 PM online. Facilitated by Suzi Oliveira de Lima. by @uoftbrn

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Since its launch, the Black Research Network has been part of Myrtede Alfred’s research journey.

From a BRN IGNITE Grant to a Connaught Major Research Challenge for Black Researchers Award, that support is helping Alfred advance work to address health-care inequities affecting racialized patients in Canada.

As we celebrate five years of promoting Black Research Excellence, learn more about the BRN’s impact on Alfred’s research at the link in our bio!

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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— CONTEST CLOSED —

🤩 Congratulations to the winners @otuto_chukwu and @kathyxxox

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🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎉

Calling all Black graduate students at the University of Toronto!

We’re celebrating five years of the Black Research Network – and we want to celebrate with you!

We’re giving TWO lucky students a BRN anniversary prize pack PLUS you’ll get to attend our anniversary event on October 2!

The winners will receive:
• A BRN tote bag
• A BRN hardcover notebook
• A BRN pen
• U of T mug

To enter:
1. Follow the @uoftbrn and @bgsa_uoft
2. Leave us a comment and let us know what you’re most excited about for the BRN anniversary
3. Tag a friend who should know about the BRN for an extra entry

Enter before 11:59 p.m. ET on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026, for a chance to win.
The lucky winners will be chosen using a randomizer and announced on this post. The BRN will contact the winners via DM with more information on prize pick up at the event.

RULES/DISCLAIMER: This contest is open to all Black-identifying University of Toronto graduate students from all three campuses who reside in Canada. By liking, commenting or tagging, you enter and agree that this contest is in no way associated with, administered by or endorsed by Instagram. See for full contest rules: https://brn.utoronto.ca/contest-rules/ by @uoftbrn

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The Black Research Network will celebrate five years of strengthening the research capacity of Black scholars at the University of Toronto in October.

"The energy from the launch hasn’t slowed," says BRN Director R. Cassandra Lord. "It’s evolved, and we’re committed to matching that momentum as we grow alongside our members."

Learn more about our work and what’s ahead at the link in our bio or BRN News!

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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Suzi Oliveira de Lima has been named the Black Research Network’s inaugural associate director of mentorship.

Lima, an associate professor in the University of Toronto Faculty of Arts & Science, began a two-year term in July.

In the year ahead, Lima will help develop a structured framework for co-ordinated mentorship opportunities across the network. Her approach to mentorship is grounded in supporting the well-being of students and researchers.

Learn more at brn.utoronto.ca

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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The Black Research Network is marking its fifth anniversary at the University of Toronto!

Join us as we celebrate the people and partnerships that have shaped the network, reflect on five years of advancing Black-led research, and look ahead to what we can build together 💛

🗓️ Oct. 2, 2026 from 4-6 PM
📍 Alumni Hall, University of Toronto - Victoria University

Registration closes on Sept. 18 at 5 PM. Visit the link in bio for more!

#UofT #BlackResearchNetwork by @uoftbrn

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