Dr. Dorothy A. N. Anthony
EDD, MED, RSSW, Q.MED, B.SC
Dr. Dorothy is a renowned social justice advocate, educator, social service worker, and human rights consultant with a wealth of experience in the human and community services fields. With a strong academic background, experience and deep commitment to social justice, Dr. Dorothy has dedicated her career to empowering individuals and communities to overcome oppression and achieve their fullest potential.
Dr. Anthony’s’ concern for humanity and underprivileged individuals and families led her to work with young people and families who have been traumatized by systemic racism impacting their lives.
Dr. Dorothy sees the need after her doctoral degree to dedicate her career to serving vulnerable communities and combating the root causes of misbehaviour, violence, and Black youth school dropouts, as well as education and well-being disparities.
Since that discovery, she has made it her life’s work to promote the wellbeing and behavioural change of young people in marginalized communities through Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and toxic stress.
President
Nelo Immigrant and Community Services (NICS)
Dr. Dorothy holds an impressive array of qualifications, including a Doctorate in Education (EDD), a Master's degree in Education (MED), certifications in Social Service Work (RSSW) and Advanced Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution (Q.Med), and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Physics. Her academic achievements reflect her dedication to learning and her commitment to making a positive impact in the world. She has developed innovative strategies for effecting positive change through her entrepreneurship and apprenticeship system exploring “Job Creation and Employment for the Biafran People: A Critical Analysis from an Indigenous Perspective “
Social Justice Education, University of Toronto
Dr. Dorothy is driven by a vision of transforming the practice of social justice and the future of social service work through education, training, and changing the standard of wellbeing of marginalized communities who have cumulative adversity affecting their health. This is done by promoting wellbeing through a holistic approach and client-centeredness.
Dr. Dorothy has worked for decades in community settings and has worked for more than five years in three shelters in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), where she has really touched the lives of many residents as a social service worker and a residential support worker. She has worked with the Pipeline Project-Peer Work in Shelter Working Group (WG). Through her education, and experiences she has gained valuable insights into the systemic issues affecting marginalized communities, under privileges individuals and families.
26 Years of Experience in community settings
With over 26 years of experience in the human and community services field, Dr. Dorothy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work. She has worked tirelessly to address issues of equality, diversity, and inclusion, with a particular focus on combating Anti-Black racism and promoting equity in all aspects of society.
Nelo Immigrants and Community Services
Nelo Immigrants and Community Services
Founder of Nelo Immigrants and Community Services (NICS)
Dr. Dorothy is the visionary founder of Nelo Immigrants and Community Services (NICS), an organization dedicated to serving diverse groups of children and youth within the community. NICS provides a wide range of programs and services designed to create pathways for young people to thrive and succeed in both their personal and societal endeavors.
NICS Programs and Services:
Holistic Trauma Training
Settlement Services
Picnics and Camping
Peer-to-Peer Mentorship
Employment Services
Stress Management and Mediation
Counselling and Advocacy
Recreational Activities
After-School Program
Arts and Crafts-Shoe making, sewing etc.,
Culinary Training
Cultural Dancing and Drumming
English Translation Services
Youth Club
Outreach Programs
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Toxic Stress ( in progress)
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Skills Development:
NICS also offers skills development opportunities in culinary training, cultural dance and drumming, photography, and sewing. These programs empower individuals to explore their interests and talents while building valuable skills for the future.
With her spirituality and professional experiences, she has navigated racism and discrimination in the workplace, academia, and society and has a lot to offer children and emerging adults.
