EDI Updates

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.

 

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.

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Feb 07, 2022
February is Black History Month
Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. This year, the theme for Black History Month is: “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day,” which focuses on recognizing the daily contributions that Black Canadians make to Canada.

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Feb 01, 2022
Celebrating Lunar New Year, the Year of the Tiger
This year, Lunar New Year falls on February 1. Lunar New Year is celebrated across Asian communities, but each has their own traditions. Learn more about Lunar New Year, how it's celebrated across Asian communities, and why 2022 is the Year of the Tiger.

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Jan 25, 2022
Achieving Inclusive Excellence at UBC
UBC was recently recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers in 2021. This designation recognizes the British Columbian employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work and the most progressive and forward-thinking programs.

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Jan 18, 2022
Inequality Kills
A recent study called 'Inequality Kills' by Oxfam Charity has revealed that the 10 richest people in the world doubled their income while millions have been pushed into poverty during the global pandemic. In fact, since the pandemic erupted in March of 2020, a new billionaire has been minted every day.

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