Presenter Bio:
Sherron Grant, M.Ed. has been an educator for almost 20 years and an advocate for persons with disabilities for even longer. She is currently an elementary school Principal in the province of Ontario. Sherron feels blessed with the opportunity to empower and enlighten students, support teachers and partners with parents and community in support of the achievement and well-being of all learners that cross her path. Outside of school, Sherron supports families, has volunteered in several capacities on various Boards and committees in the disability sector and advocates for persons living with various disabilities; to be recognized for their valuable contributions to society and emphasizes the benefit we all experience when eliminating barriers for others. Sherron was the 2020 recipient of the Community Living Toronto Jim Turner Award for Outstanding Voluntarism. Sherron is also the recipient of a Humanitarian Service Award in 2021 and the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pin for her work in creating Sawubona Africentric Circle of Support, a safe space for Black parents/caregivers raising and caring for a loved one with a disability. In 2023, Sherron was recognized by Autism Ontario with The Gerry Bloomfield Volunteer Award which is presented to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to improving the quality of life for autistic people. And most recently, in 2025, Sherron is honoured to be receiving the 2025 EKO Tribute Award for Leadership in the disability sector! And yes, Sherron finds time to have fun as well. It often includes catching a good movie or streaming series, enjoying and exploring nature or hanging with her grandchildren.
Presentation: “I See You”: How to Increase Feelings of Belonging Amongst Racialized Families Caring for a Loved One with a Disability
Sherron Grant, Executive Director of Sawubona Africentric Circle of Support is an elementary school Principle and advocate for persons with disabilities. In this presentation Sherron will bring her personal and professional experience to support others to learn how to increase feelings of belonging amongst racialized families who are caring for a loved one with disabilities. Key takeaways include:
- Bridges we can form to fill the gap and take down barriers.
- Best practices to facilitate culturally relevant service navigation.
- Recognizing the systemic pitfalls that create barriers on the “Journey of Belonging” for the racialized community on the journey to inclusion and choice.
