The Imani Academic Mentorship Program is a legacy program running for over a decade at UTSC that serves to create access and inclusion pathways to Black youth in the Scarbrough Community. It connects Black youth to mentorship, tutoring and educational and career opportunities which allow them to explore post-secondary education. Imani engages with this systemic injustice by engaging Black UTSC students, who reflect the community we aim to serve. Black UTSC students take on mentorship roles in seven East Scarborough elementary and high schools by forging relationships and supporting Black youth in grades 7 – 12 with their academic studies and personal journeys. Student leaders guide the youth through an Afro-centric curriculum (workshop format) focused on Black Joy, racial & social justice, arts, and healing. Imani creates access points to post-secondary education, student support, and tools and resources to encourage students to move beyond institutionalized barriers and experience their personal excellence.