ABEEL

The Alliance of Black Employee Experience & Leadership (ABEEL) organization emerged from an employee-led initiative within the construction industry. It was born out of the recognition of a glaring lack of diversity in professional organizations and the limited pathways available to youth as they enter the workforce. Today, as an independent non-profit organization operated by dedicated individuals, our mission persists and now spans industries beyond construction. We are unwavering in our commitment to raise awareness and promote educational efforts aimed at creating a true sense of belonging and equal access to growth within both professional organizations and the communities they serve (thereby eradicating systemic racism).

Vision

Creating A Global Shift In Holistically and Sustainably Embracing Black Experience

Mission

Guided by Love, we work to dismantle systemic barriers, particularly anti-Black racism, while fostering self-discovery, personal growth, and fulfillment among all who journey with us, regardless of race, age, disability, religion, gender, or identity.

Through youth engagement, education, and empowerment, we build holistic and sustainable systems that nurture equity, leadership, and community transformation, bringing us closer to a more beautiful future.

Recognizing that we are one channel through which love is expressed, we actively ally with and support all movements advancing justice, compassion, and human flourishing.

Our Values

Equity

We are committed to ensuring that all our programs promote equal access to opportunities and a sense of belonging, regardless of one's inherent privileges.

Empowerment

Via strategic partnerships and programs, we provide a realistic medium for individuals to broaden their knowledge and apply this acquired skill-set and technical know-how in realizing a fulfilling career.

Education

Through strategic partnerships and programs, we raise awareness and create access to knowledge on systemic issues within organizations and communities at large.

Sustainability

We are fully committed to developing systems and structures that ensure the ongoing continuity of our positive impact.

Holistic Approach

We are dedicated to ensuring that our programs positively impact the overall well-being of individuals and partnering organizations, providing them with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Mental Health

Recognizing trauma often takes decades; and racism is definitely a form of trauma, one that can have a significant effect on the mental health of people. It’s good for people of color to share their stories as it’s an important part of healing.

Kristal John

Special Education Teacher

“It is a vital program that gave voices to students that they would otherwise not have. It gave students purpose and empowerment as they work together and strive to find solutions in creating a more equitable society.”

Tess Porter

“A great initiative that allows our black students, in particular, a platform to share their voices and lived experience of being black in Canada. This initiative is needed as it gives our Black students an avenue to share, participate, and be heard nationally.”