Halton District School BoardMarch 21st

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

“Be the difference that makes the difference. You are the

difference!”

(Jewel, musician)

“Sometimes people will tell jokes that make fun of my culture and

it hurts.” M.M. Robinson student

“You cannot overcome darkness with darkness – only with light. We cannot overcome hate with

hate –only with love.”

Dr.M.L. King Jr.

As a singer, I've had many opportunities to travel, and one thing

I've learned: is that through my music, I can be accepted by people all over the world. I often wonder, why so

many of us can't accept people who are different here, in our country? It's just not fair to be prejudiced against those whose race, religion or colour

aren't the same as ours," Celine Dion.

"Racism is poison," Bob Munsch

"Racism is a disease that deteriorates peoples' self

worth and self esteem. We are all created equal with special

gifts and if we reach out to each other in sharing these gifts, we all become richer,"

Roy Henry Vickers

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world”

Ghandi