Advancing the DREAM - What it means to me |
For me, “Advancing the DREAM” means working concretely for a fairer society, where every individual – regardless of origin, language or socio-economic status – has equitable access to health, education and opportunity.
As a French-speaking African immigrant living in Toronto, I see every day the inequalities in access to care and resources that affect our communities, often due to language barriers, lack of information or precarious employment status. Many don’t dare ask for help, or don’t even know they’re entitled to it.
Through my volunteer involvement with AFRY and the Canada Revenue Agency, I help families better understand their tax rights, access benefits (such as the Trillium Credit, GST/HST, etc.), and regain control of their financial health, an essential condition for improving their overall well-being. For me, this means bringing Dr. King’s dream to life: reducing structural inequalities through education, support and solidarity.
Thanks to my studies in Big Data Analytics and Business Analytics, I’m also preparing myself to have an impact on a larger scale. I’m learning how to use data to identify gaps, create targeted solutions, and support public policies based on real equity – not just formal equality.
In short, I believe that justice comes through active inclusion. By getting involved, serving, educating, and connecting people to the right tools, I humbly participate in advancing the dream of justice and equity for all, as envisioned by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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My Action Pledge to Advance the DREAM? |
In 2025, I am committed to using my experience in Big Data and business analytics to support low-income Canadians by making financial information more accessible and actionable. By analyzing data at the community level and identifying trends in benefit access and financial challenges, I aim to develop data-driven solutions that help individuals better understand and navigate the Canadian tax system.
Through initiatives such as the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), I will combine data with practical financial advice to ensure that vulnerable populations can access the credits and support to which they are entitled. My goal is to equip these communities with the knowledge and tools to promote long-term financial health and equity.
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