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OverviewBy Us! For Us! counters the mainstream narrative about the community of Jane-Finch in Toronto. It is a story of courage, advocacy, belonging, and grassroots activism confronting neglect and unacceptable political and bureaucratic decisions that resulted in a lack of social infrastructure, racism, and marginalization. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Wanda Macnevin , Dr Honourable Jean Augustine , Sam TeclePublisher: FriesenPress Imprint: FriesenPress Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.590kg ISBN: 9781039121713ISBN 10: 1039121713 Pages: 444 Publication Date: 25 March 2022 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationWanda MacNevin grew up in Downsview, a suburban area in Toronto that includes the Jane-Finch community. While working in the Jane-Finch community, she gained a great deal of experience along with a wealth of information. In 2017, York University awarded her an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree for her lifework. MacNevin has published two other books: From the Edge: A Woman's Evolution from Abuse to Activism (1999) and If I Only Knew... Stories of Teen Mothers (2008). Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |