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THIS IS

WHO

WE ARE

We are a community of people who believe that a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion off the court is as important as our play on it.

We believe differences in ability, age, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status should not differentiate how people are treated: with kindness, with compassion, and with respect.
We believe that listening is as important as speaking. We will not hesitate to take action, and we will do so intentionally, focused on change.

We are empowered.
We are determined to learn, to lead, and to love.
We are all human.
We are the Toronto Raptors.

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Drive Social Impact by demonstrating community leadership and empowering marginalized groups.

Mission Statement:
TO CHAMPION A CULTURE OF EQUITY BY STANDING AGAINST ALL FORMS OF RACISM AND HATE WITH AN INTENTIONAL FOCUS ON INTERSECTIONALITIES WITHIN INDIGENOUS AND BLACK COMMUNITIES.

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Equitable Workplace
Drive Social Impact by demonstrating community leadership and empowering marginalized groups.

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EDUCATION
REFORM
Champion Workforce Intersectionality by leading in embracing and valuing all identities in a world-class workforce.

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PARTNERSHIP
ACCOUNTABILITY
Ensure Partnership Accountability by evaluating all partnerships to make certain that stakeholders align with our mission and values.

We wanted to highlight, SQWISH, a Toronto-based queer drop-in basketball program that provides a welcoming environment to anyone who wants to enjoy the sport of basketball. Check out their page @sqwishsqwish for more information!

Milk Up A Court!
We MilkedUp a court! Inspired by the amazing community of Woolner Park, the Raptors worked with Milk Up Ontario and @ben_johnston to transform the neighbourhood’s west courts into a celebration of diversity and dreaming big. ‘Choose to Shine Together’!
Pride Month - Raia Carey Profile
Life Coach and Motivational Speaker, @coach.carey shares what Pride means to her and how active allyship can help drive change.
Hold Space: Tynomi Banks
This month the Raptors are holding space to celebrate Pride. Watch here as Savanna Hamilton sits down with Tynomi Banks to speak on the intersection of sports and the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allyship.
National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Gun violence doesn’t stop at the border
Change The Game
Tomorrow is built today. When we start investing in youth facing systemic and societal barriers we Change the Game for the athletes, leaders and community builders of tomorrow.
So She Didn’t Have To - E04
In our final episode, we meet Zahra Bruce. Seeing women like Zahra working with a professional sports team helps paves the way and shows students like Aleesha why representation and equity in health care matters.
Herstory
Herstory - a powerful piece by Hannah Flores reminding us to celebrate women not just on a day, or a month, but 365 days a year.
Hold Space: Trans Day of Visibility
Celebrating #TransDayofVisibility we’re holding space for @sofiafly_ (she/her), a member of Raptors Nation, for an important conversation with @savhamiltion11 (she/her).
Pride Night 2022
Our efforts don’t stop tonight at the game, the Raptors will continue to reach out and support the 2SLGBTQ+ community through meaningful partnerships that continue to breakdown prejudice and promote compassion.
Hold Space: The Momager
The Raptors are holding space for the individuals who make change on and off the court. Maricris Eduarte supports her daughters and their love of the game, managing their teams and looking to increase girls participation in sport.
So She Didn’t Have To - E03
Seeing women like Amy on broadcasts across Canada encourages the next generation, like Noor, to pursue their dreams in the industry.
So She Didn’t Have To - E02
Seeing women in leadership positions is one of the most impactful ways to remove barriers for young women like Vanessa when creating pathways to success in sport and business.
So She Didn’t Have To - E01
A series highlighting women in sports who blazed a path for the next generation. Women like Kia continue to break down barriers for women like Caidence. These are their stories.
International Women’s Day 2022
This is for the women who weren’t afraid to step out of bounds. This is for the women who weren’t afraid to break ceilings. This is for the women who are making a path for the next generation.