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By Josh Hall

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New anti-racism framework revealed Friday at RDP

Mar 20, 2026 | 3:01 PM

A new anti-racism framework was unveiled during an event at Red Deer Polytechnic on Friday.

Led by community builder Love Nwigwe, the project was funded by the Government of Alberta, and done in collaboration with Red Deer Polytechnic, as well as Nwigwe’s production company called Ugoeze.

It was also done for the International Women of Purpose Cultural Association, which Nwigwe founded.

Nwigwe, whose Telus STORYHIVE short film entitled ‘I Can’t Breathe’ made local headlines a few years ago, says the overall goal was to establish a framework that is practical, research-informed, and able to help institutions identify and address systemic racism.

“The framework focuses on raising awareness about systemic racism, providing practical strategies for institutions, promoting cultural competence, and improving equitable access to opportunities and services. It also emphasizes accountability and includes workshops, educational resources, and implementation tools for organizations,” says Nwigwe.

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“The framework helps shift the conversation from simply recognizing racism to actively addressing it with practical solutions. It encourages institutions and community leaders in Red Deer to take measurable steps toward equity and inclusion.”

Nwigwe adds that the framework was inspired by both lived experiences and the realities people face at work, school and in their neighbourhoods.

“It is designed to be a practical resource that communities and organizations can adapt to their specific needs,” she says. “Our hope is that it becomes a model that other communities can replicate to address systemic inequities and build more inclusive institutions.”

The framework is now available by scanning the QR code below.