Our work on EDI and VPFO projects supporting UBC’s EDI journey
Check back regularly for updates on our EDI progress and to learn how we’re performing as a portfolio. We will also be posting feature stories to illustrate how EDI at UBC comes to life though our day-to-day work.
Mar 01, 2022
Benefits of neurodiversity in the workplace
1 in 7 people is neurodivergent, meaning their brain functions differently in one or more ways than is considered standard or typical. The UBC Centre for Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration in Autism offers a free online course on autism and neurodiversity in the workplace.
Feb 28, 2022
Thank you for participating in VPFO Pink Shirt Day 2022
On February 23, 2022, we gathered across UBC to celebrate Pink Shirt Day across the portfolio to talk about fostering equity, diversity and inclusion and reflect on what we can do to lift each other up. The recordings and resources are now available for those who missed the event.
Feb 26, 2022
VPFO Pink Shirt Day 2022: Lifting each other up
On Feb 23, 2022, Erin Kastner, Geospatial Information Manager from Energy & Water Services, Facilities, shared her experience and thoughts on lifting one another up as part of the VPFO's annual Pink Shirt Day event. Click though for a transcript of his speech to the team.
Feb 11, 2022
Our 5th Annual Pink Shirt Day Celebration
The VPFO Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee presents Pink Shirt Day on February 23, 2022. Join the VPFO portfolio virtually or on campus at the University Services Building (USB) atrium in celebrating our diversity as we Lift Each Other Up to have greater acceptance, respect, and inclusion.
Feb 07, 2022
