Midaynta Community Services

Eid Mubarak, from our Midaynta family to yours✨

Wishing peace, joy, and blessings to everyone celebrating Eid al-Adha this year.

Bridging knowledge to care starts with community 💙

Join us for the Youth for Change Conference as we come together to explore culturally grounded approaches to supporting Black youth and strengthening pathways to care.

🗓 May 19–21, 2026
📍 Woodbine Banquet & Convention Centre, Toronto

Connect with practitioners, advocates, and community leaders committed to meaningful change.

🎟 Register now through the QR code on the flyer

Midaynta EquityInCare

MCIS mothers met with Deputy Mayor Amber Morley to discuss their ongoing collaboration with the Toronto Police Service Board and the City of Toronto, highlighting their dedication and volunteer efforts to advance youth safety and protect the well being of their community.

A powerful day with our EmpowerMENt youth.

We kicked things off at the Ontario Court of Justice, where participants got a firsthand look at how the justice system works, observing real proceedings and deepening their understanding of the law beyond the classroom. 💼⚖️👩🏾‍⚖️

We wrapped up the day at The Rec Room with games, food, and team-building activities for a truly unforgettable experience. 🕹️🎮🏀

We had the pleasure and opportunity to organize our very first youth justice conference! The Pathways Forward Youth Conference held on March 28th was a meaningful achievement, with over 100 attendees who chose to spend their entire Saturday learning, connecting, and growing with us.

We were honoured to have David Mitchell as our keynote speaker, setting the tone for a day rooted in empowerment and purpose.

Our Education panel featured Liban Hassan (TDSB trustee) and Asante Haughton (mental health professional), while our Justice & Prevention panel brought together Dr. Habeeb Alli (Muslim Correctional Chaplain) and Jean Gillespie (Justice professional) for an impactful discussion.

We also had a powerful Youth Panel featuring Jermauri Collins, Victor Akioda, and Noori Atiba, who shared their voices, insights, and experiences in a way that truly resonated with everyone in the room.

We also had youth engaged in breakout sessions exploring conflict resolution, anger management, coping with trauma, substance use awareness, goal setting, and restorative practices. This created a safe space for reflection, growth, and real conversations.

This day was filled with inspiration, community, hope, and pure joy. Most importantly, it reminded us of the importance of coming together to support and uplift our youth.

By the end of the conference, youth left with resource filled goodie bags and there were 5 lucky raffle winners!

Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, and made this day possible. 💙

A very special thank you to:
- soul food
- refreshments
- backdrop

Advocacy is more than words…..it’s action, awareness, and standing for those who need it most.
Let’s keep pushing for a world that’s fair for everyone.
well being

Pathways Forward Youth Conference 💙

Join us on Saturday March 28th for a powerful day of conversation, connection, and growth as we bring together youth, community leaders, and professionals to explore justice, healing, and positive futures.

* Hear real stories
* Learn practical life skills
* Connect with mentors & opportunities

This is more than just a conference. It’s a space to feel seen, supported, and empowered!

🍲 Soul food provided
🥤Refreshments provided
🎫 Bus tickets provided
🎁 Gift bags for all registered youth attendees

Date: Saturday March 28th, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Learning Enrichment Foundation (116 Industry Street, Toronto ON M6M 4L8)

REGISTER NOW through the link in our bio!

Be there or hear about it🤭