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At a time when diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and communities still struggles to be fully reflected in the media landscape and public debate, the need for Québec-based initiatives that break away from homogeneity is increasingly evident. Among those making a tangible contribution to change, the event Déjà-Vu, recommended by our editorial team, stands out as a must-attend gathering. Organized by the BiAS Foundation in collaboration with entrepreneur and television columnist Déborah Cherenfant, the event will take place on February 28 at the BAnQ Auditorium (Grande Bibliothèque) in Montréal, as part of Black History Month.
Now in its third edition, Déjà-Vu “is a retrospective of current events that offers a counter-narrative rereading of local and international news stories that marked the year, through the lens of columnists and analysts from Black communities,” explains Déborah Cherenfant to Culturemania. “The event is designed as an exercise in de-chronology, where the news is revisited not only for what it was, but for what it continues to mean.”
Last year, around fifteen analysts commented on current events in economics, international relations, politics and society, as well as culture and sports. Details regarding participants for this year’s edition will be announced shortly. Registration is already open at the following link: link.
About the Project Ambassador
A strategist in women’s entrepreneurship, Déborah Cherenfant has been an engaged figure in economic development and women’s leadership in Québec since arriving in 2005. She serves on the boards of several organizations, including the McCord Museum, the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec, and Bonjour Startup Montréal, and has also been a member of the Conseil du statut de la femme since 2018. An entrepreneur and project creator, she founded the Mots d’Elles blog, the Atelier Coloré brand, and the Marché Coloré, and co-founded the BiAS think tank and BlindSpot Consulting, both focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion in business. She is also a radio columnist on Tout un matin (ICI Première) and a television contributor on Le Fil on Noovo.
