Join researcher and Black history writer Peggy Plet as she presents 'Discovering Waterloo Region&rsquo\;s Untold Stories: Celebrating Black History.' Recognizing th e presence and contributions of Black residents in our community's history is crucial for historical accuracy and fostering a sense of belonging and pride among current Black residents.
\nWhile Waterloo Region's hist ory is often associated with German and Pennsylvania Mennonite traditions\ , Peggy's mission is to uncover overlooked narratives that enrich our comm unity's fabric. By bringing these untold stories to light\, she aims to de epen our understanding of the past and make our shared heritage more inclu sive and meaningful.
\nCentral to Peggy's work is highlighting the p rofound legacy of Black residents in Waterloo Region\, including Kitchener -Waterloo\, showcasing their experiences\, contributions\, and resilience. By shedding light on these often-forgotten stories\, she hopes to inspire ongoing learning about this essential yet overlooked chapter in Canadian history.
\nCelebrating our community's diversity and embracing all a spects of our past ensures a more connected and inclusive future.
\nPeggy Plet was born in Suriname. After nearly thre e decades in the Netherlands\, she now considers Canada home. She is a des cendent of enslaved Africans and the third generation born after Emancipat ion. Peggy is aware of the sacrifices made by her ancestors on whose shoul ders she stands. She has been studying Black History as an Independent res earcher for almost thirty years. Recurring themes in her research are: Why are narratives constructed the way they are? What are the stories we are telling ourselves about the past? Whose stories get archived and who decid es this?
\nShe stated that knowing her history allows her to live he r life with purpose. When she is not working or researching\, she enjoys c ooking\, reading\, listening to podcasts\, hiking\, and riding her bike.\n
Peggy is a published author\, developer and walking tour leader of Black Presence in Berlin\, in downtown Kitchener.
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