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March 21 is International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Today we recognize the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. While we can and should reflect on our progress advancing racial equity, diversity, and inclusion to date, this day serves as a call to action for individuals and institutions to continue to work to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination, systemic racism and […]
Celebrate International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day takes place annually on March 8 to recognize and celebrate women’s achievements, challenge biases, and reflect on and advance efforts towards greater gender equality. Explore stories of achievement, events, and community resources. Read More
IBPOC Faculty & Staff Get Together: Celebrating Black History Month
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.
Black History Month: The Drag and Ball of It All
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!
Roadmap for Change: Implementing anti-racism commitments at UBC
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.
Time to Thrive: UBC Black Caucus brings back Black mental wellness initiative
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.
New Pride Flags Resource
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.
Join the IBPOC STEM Network: Women and gender-diverse faculty, staff, postdocs and graduate students
Are you an IBPOC woman or an IBPOC gender diverse faculty, staff, postdoc scholar or graduate students within a STEM field at UBC Okanagan? Consider joining the university-wide IBPOC STEM Network virtually.
UBC releases Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence Task Force report
A year after its inception, UBC’s Anti-Racism and Inclusive Excellence Task Force has released its report. The report contains 54 recommendations to address systemic racism against Indigenous, Black and People of Colour within the UBC community and to promote inclusive excellence across UBC’s two campuses.
UBC recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2022
UBC has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers in 2022. This designation recognizes employers across Canada with exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs.