The Federal Black Employee Caucus (FBEC)
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Mission
We support efforts to deliver on human rights founded in substantive equality within Canada through the equity, diversity, inclusion and GBA+ objectives of the federal public service.
Values
Our values are aligned to the statement of values outlined in the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Service including Respect for Democracy, Respect for People, etc.
Objectives
We focus on disaggregated employment equity data and initiatives directed towards reducing harassment and discrimination; and supporting the mental health of Black employees.
Disaggregated Data and Mental Health Support for Black Federal Public Servants
FBEC supports efforts at all levels to address issues faced by Black federal public servants. We collect disaggregated employment equity data to understand their employment and experiences. We also support their mental health by working to reduce workplace harassment and discrimination.
Resources on anti-Black racism
Explore our comprehensive, ever-growing list of anti-Black racism resources. We’re actively seeking and adding new materials. Check back regularly for updates and new valuable information.
Call to Action forward direction message to deputies (May 2023)
The Head of the Public Service calls for increased efforts to address racism and foster inclusion in the federal workplace. The message emphasizes the importance of setting measurable goals, tracking progress, and holding individuals accountable. Specific actions, such as sponsoring Indigenous and Black employees, and investing in employee networks, are outlined. Read more
Report of the Employment Equity Act Review Task Force
A Transformative Framework to Achieve and Sustain Employment Equity – Report of the Employment Equity Act Review Task Force (April 2023): View report
FBEC’s Inaugural Symposium Report (Feb 2019)
Anti-Black Racism, Sexism and Systemic Discrimination in the Canadian Human Rights Commission (Senate report – December 2023) View report
Events
Rising 2025: Black Excellence & Canadian Policy
This conference will bring together
external and internal-to-government
stakeholders to learn, discuss and assess Canada’s policies and programs implemented under the UN Decade since 2018. The outcomes from these discussions will be used to inform and shape future initiatives for Black communities in Canada. Download Brochure
The Black-centric enhancements to their Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Canada (HC) engaged with interdepartmental Black employee networks including the Federal Black Employee Caucus (FBEC). The comments attached reflect contributions from the FBEC members via Zoom on July 8, 2024 – 1:00-2:30 pm EST as well as written comments on a feedback form following the meeting. Download PDF
Upcoming FBEC General meeting: TDB
FBEC meets throughout the year with it’s membership to provide updates and garner feedback on pertinent initiatives across the federal public service that support our commitment to remove systemic barriers caused by anti-Black racism in federally workplaces.
Join Us
Are you a current or former employee of the federal public service of African descent? If so, consider becoming a member and/or volunteering with FBEC – an organization that is focused solely on addressing anti-Black racism in the federal public service, both individual acts and systemic discrimination.