The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is about remembering those who have experienced gender-based violence and those who we have lost to it. It is also a time to take action.
We are deeply saddened by the violence and loss of life in Colorado Springs, United States. In memory of the victims and in solidarity with queer and trans communities impacted by this tragedy, we stand behind the thoughtful and powerful message issued by SOGI UBC.
Explore how you can help mark this year’s Trans Day of Remembrance and access resources for trans community members and those seeking to be better allies.
Back again in 2022, for the month of November – and on a first-come, first-served basis – Black students, faculty and staff across the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses can access free 1-on-1 virtual or in-person counselling sessions with Black counsellors.
Fourteen projects led by faculty and staff at UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan were awarded funding from the Equity Enhancement Fund. These projects support UBC’s commitments to inclusion as identified in UBC’s strategic plan and the Inclusion Action Plan. This year, the Equity & Inclusion Office received 59 applications asking for a total of $245,245 in requested […]
Flags are often used as symbols of pride. It is no surprise then that numerous pride flags have been created to represent the sexual and gender diversity of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Explore all the different flags and their meanings.
On September 27, a university statement was posted to express concern for the situation in Iran emerging after the death of Mahsa Amini, and to acknowledge the courage of those standing up for human rights and freedoms. As the situation unfolds, and thousands of change agents and allies continue to gather in Iran, in Canada, and around the world, it is clear that the impacts on the Iranian diaspora and international scholars and learners at UBC will be protracted and profound.
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.
Dear UBC Community Members, As the fall term begins, it is an opportune time for me to update the community about UBC’s progress on its commitments to equity and inclusion. Since my term as Associate Vice-President, Equity and Inclusion began on July 1, 2022, I have been meeting with key campus partners and affinity groups […]
Come out to build connections and celebrate UBC Okanagan’s diverse 2SLGBTQIA+ community at Queer Orientation 2022.