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Tamari of Kitossa

Professor, Sociology — Brock University

Kustawi@info.catkitossa@brocku.ca

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DESTA Black Community Network

Quebec

Culture

DESTA Culture works toward the future by building a strong ecosystem of Black cultural expertise and collaborative platforms for growth and representation.

Justice

DESTA Justice challenges the past by prioritizing dignity, respect, and a trauma-informed perspective to support currently and formerly incarcerated individuals.

What we offer


Supporting successful reintegration

Individualized services provide legal literacy, employment guidance, housing support, and reintegration planning.

Building confidence and readiness

Workshops delivered in correctional institutions and community settings help participants develop skills and prepare for life after release.

Strengthening community pathways

Partnerships create structured opportunities that support long-term reintegration.

Advancing dignity and stability

DESTA Justice works to reduce stigma and remove barriers so individuals can rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities.