Valene Campbell is a mother who facilitates early antiracism intervention through diverse literature and the author of The Amazing Zoe series. Her collection of children’s books empathizes the importance of inclusion and representation for our little ones. Her books portray an intelligent little girl who “Defeats the Germie Germlins,” learns about conflict resolutions. In “A Queen Like Me”,…
It was an honour to have been invited to participate as an author panellist for the Alzheimer’s Society of Toronto. Some of the items I discussed included: -sandwich generation caregivers -caregiver stress management -Dementia and its increasing prevalence in the Black Community. I’ll also share tidbits about my #childrensbook The Amazing Zoe and Grandma’s Memory…
A New Children’s Book About Dementia, Getting Diagnosed, Educational Tips, Finding Care, Clinical Trials & More Our Host, Lori La Bey speaks with Dr. Sharon Cohen a neurologist specializing in Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, care, and research. She is the medical director of the Toronto Memory Program. In addition, Valene Campbell will be joining us. She…
BIPOC Canadian authors talk about their work and the importance of diversity and inclusion in literature. Watch Now.
What children read sets the tone early for how they view themselves or others. Learn way Valene is committed to diversifying Canadian children’s literature. Read More.
When the first lockdown for COVID-19 hit, Valene [vah-leen] Campbell knew she needed a new plan to make money. Right around then, Valene went on a walk that would change her life. She was taking her daughter out for a stroll when they noticed a young boy sitting on a porch facing a window and…
Valene Campbell shares her story of diversity and bringing it to Children’s Literature as well as how we can learn so much from Black voices, celebrating differences, and being open to new stories. Listen Now.
GUELPH – Organizers of The Guelph Black Heritage Society’s (GBHS) Anti-Racism Summit say the event was a resounding success that surpassed all expectations. “We got a pretty good response, we got people from our local politicians, like our mayor, city councilors, MP and MPP, and just regular community folks were all in attendance,” GBHS President…
Andrea Horwath has an annual Mother’s day chat with mothers in the local community. This year, 2021, she spoke with Valene Campbell, a children’s author, and Bushra Kahn, a florist. We discussed the inspiration behind our new businesses and how we can remain resilient during this COVID-19 pandemic. Watch it here.
A panel of Black Canadian authors talk about their journey as writers and the need for more diversity in Canadian literature. Panellists: Ryan Antooa – Designer, Photographer & Author Valene Campbell – Founder/Author of The Amazing Zoe children’s book series Denise Lopes – Author Stacy Savary – Speaker, Advocate & Author of The Perfect Storm