Yusra Osman Anti-Racisim Specialist & Social Worker
Areas of Expertise
- Anti-Racism Advocacy and Education
- Mental Health Counselling
- Social Work Research
- Community Engagement
- Intersectional Policy Development
Education
- Master of Social Work, Carleton University
- Bachelor of Social Work, Carleton University
Yusra Osman is a Black Canadian advocate with over 10 years of experience in anti-racism work, social services, and mental health support. As Ottawa’s first Anti-Racism Specialist from 2020-2022, she led initiatives to address systemic racism and promote equity. Her background includes frontline social work, counselling, and academic instruction at Carleton University.nciliation frameworks, First Nation band codes, and Aboriginal Treaty Rights initiatives.
Prior to her role with the City of Ottawa, Yusra worked in various community settings, providing direct support to individuals facing racial trauma and discrimination. She also contributed to research on anti-racist practices and policies.
Yusra’s approach to her work with Archipel emphasizes the importance of recognizing Indigenous presence and fostering solidarity between marginalized communities. Yusra’s work is grounded in an intersectional framework, addressing the complex interplay of race, gender, class, and other identities in experiences of oppression.
Throughout her career, Yusra has remained committed to amplifying the voices of Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities. She continues to advocate for systemic change and the well-being of marginalized groups in the face of ongoing racial injustice.