Latha Sukumar

MCIS Language Services Executive Director, lawyer, social entrepreneur, blogger & innovator

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

@svembu Visionary!

[George Webb - Investigative Journalist @RealGeorgeWebb1]

Suchir Balaji parents adter a walkthrough of his apartment.

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

@svembu No place like rural TN! Love your life choices and your commitment to bring prosperity where it is most needed!

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

@MarkRuffalo @johncusack You should educate yourself about the history of slavery in your country to understand why the plight of the Gazans resonates with the African American community. Educate yourselves, open your minds and it will open your hearts to others’ suffering! Read James Baldwin.

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

@svembu My super healthy husband who was in hospital in Chennai for 8 days with a CoVid diagnosis was pumped with drugs; his liver damaged he died 2 months after his discharge. Wish we had not admitted him. I know this is anecdotal but we heard of a few such cases when he was sick.

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

CoVid is very personal for me. I lost my gorgeous, healthy, recently retired husband in August. My years of practice have helped me stay present, accepting, non resistant, even grateful, for what I have, as my daughter and I heal together in magical Sri Lanka. Stay safe all.

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

@svembu Absolutely! Surrender of the individual ego to divine order and intelligence

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

You see, privilege isn’t simply about having things given to you.

It's about not having barriers put in your way of getting those things in the first place.

We know that racism is a barrier to secure employment, education and healthcare. (7/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

You'll see the tentacles of white supremacy weaving their way through the "COVID is a hoax/this is just a flu" crowd.

And yes, the "see more replies" section of this thread will inevitably be full of them, each one saying why their often-racist remarks aren't racist. (5/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

You'll see people who say members of marginalized communities brought substance use issues onto themselves, and therefore don't deserve our support.

You'll see people questioning why we prioritized "those people" in our vaccine rollout (referring to Indigenous peoples). (4/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

Easy place to start: our posts & local media posts. Read the replies & comments.

You'll see people say "check the names" on news stories about crimes.

You'll see people talk about the "China virus" or the "India variant that 𝒕𝒉𝒐𝒔𝒆 people brought to 𝒐𝒖𝒓 country". (3/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

These aren't the only recent incidents of racism. They also won't be the last.

Each time they occur, people say "This isn't our Canada!"

Except it is. Racism exists in Canada.

And denying its existence is condoning racism.

It's all around us, if you're willing to look. (2/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

THIS WILL LIKELY MAKE YOU UNCOMFORTABLE, BUT IT REALLY NEEDS TO BE SAID.

Last week, the remains of 215 children were found at a former residential school. They were all victims of racism.

A few days ago, 4 people were murdered in yet another act of racism.

Keep reading. (1/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

Racism exists in Canada.

As do bigotry, misogyny & homophobia.

Their impacts are there, if you're willing to look.

And please note that if you’ve never feared that you or your family might be the targets of racist acts, then please be mindful of the privilege you have. (6/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

We know it can cause chronic stress, anxiety, depression and trauma.

Racism is a mental health issue that, for many, is a daily reality & a constant struggle.

There isn't a cheeky segue in this one. This is a call to action.

Because racism is present in this country. (8/10)

[Ottawa Public Health @OttawaHealth]

Racism is a public health issue & addressing racism is a responsibility we share.

If you've never experienced discrimination, be an ally to those who have.

If you have, please know that you are not alone.

Your community stands with you, and support is available. (9/10)

[MCIS Language Solutions @MCISLanguages]

We stand with #OurLondonFamily.

[Latha Sukumar @lathamcis]

It was great meeting with you Feb 4th at @LAD_Canada, @Sebaway! Looking forward to continuing our discussion on #LanguageAccess in #onpoli and would love to hear you raise it in the Legislature! #LanguageRights

[Dr. Sukhmeet Sachal MD MPH @SukhmeetSachal]

Our languages have power. Honoured to have spoken on a panel about pandemic communication and language gaps.
#LAD21 @LAD_Canada