February is Black History Month. While we should celebrate Black history and excellence every day, this is an opportunity for a focused, intentional and elevated reflection and recognition of Black history and achievement.
Celebrate the last day of Black History Month with an IBPOC Faculty and Staff Get Together on February 28 from 12:00 – 1:00pm. Join together in solidarity with other IBPOC faculty, staff, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students to recognize and appreciate the achievements, impact and legacies of Black community members.
In celebration of Black History Month, join “The Drag and Ball of It All” on February 15 to pay homage to the Queer Black folks who have shifted our current music, fashion and language trends. Enjoy a moderated conversation with Mimi Mutahi, a trivia-style quiz on the ballroom scene, and a drag performance from accomplished drag artist, Kendall Gender!
On January 25, join students, faculty and staff from faculties and portfolios across UBC Okanagan and UBC Vancouver for a virtual forum to recognize the work of the ARIE TF, learn about key recommendations from the ARIE TF Final Report and find out about next steps for implementation of UBC’s equity and anti-racism commitments.
In September, UBC – in collaboration with the Okanagan Nation Alliance – installs orange banners at UBC’s Okanagan campus in recognition of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30. Learn how you can observe this day.
Are you an IBPOC-identifying faculty, staff or postdoc scholar at UBC Okanagan? Kick-off the term with the IBPOC Faculty & Staff Meet & Greet on September 22 from 3:00 – 5:00pm. Create connections, build your community, and enjoy refreshments. RSVP now.
Calling all UBCO faculty, staff and postdoc scholars who identify as Indigenous, Black and/or Person of Color. Stop by the IBPOC Faculty & Staff Hang Out on July 14 from 3:00 to 4:30 pm and enjoy great company and light refreshments.
IBPOC-identifying staff and faculty at UBCO are invited to a casual get together that seeks to provide a space to build community and social connection.
Celebrated annually, March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility, a day to intentionally celebrate the achievements and contributions of transgender and gender diverse community members.
Black Care Baskets are an initiative created by the Equity and Inclusion Office in collaboration with the Global Engagement Office and the African Caribbean Student Club. Sign up for yours.