Selam Debs is an Ethiopian-Canadian who was born in Amman, Jordan, grew up in the projects of Regent Park & Scarborough, a mother of a teen boy, the owner of Juici Yoga studios in Waterloo, a yoga & meditation teacher, a Lululemon Ambassador, a Holistic Life Coach, Reiki Master, singer, songwriter, and poet.
Selam مرحبا Debs is inspiring many including her own son Jaleel who is an advocate and spoken word artist speaking up about the importance of black lives.
Selam talks about the pride and challenges of having a young black teen who is active on social media and starting his own podcast.
Selam in Arabic & languages spoken in Eithiopia/Eritrea means peace.
Selam is most passionate about advocating for the rights of people of colour, the upliftment of black voices, and the importance of educating communities on racial inequality, diversity, inclusivity and social justice.
Photograph of Selam Debs by Tyler Slaney
Cover Art Design by Tania Willems
Selam Debs is the Owner & Director of Juici Yoga studio and creator of www.selamdebs.com