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.
Dec 06, 2021
National Day of Remembrance & Action on violence against women
December 6, 2021, is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. This day 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.
Nov 30, 2021
Extroverts, introverts, ambiverts
Good leaders are often perceived to be extroverts, which may bias decision-making during a recruitment process and may impact inclusivity in the workplace. It's important to first understand what the difference is between an extrovert, introvert, and ambivert.
Nov 10, 2021
Commemorating Indigenous Veterans Day
November 8, 2021, was Indigenous Veterans Day — a day for us to commemorate and reflect on the commitment and sacrifice of over 12,000 Indigenous people who served WWI, WWII, and the Korean War, and to honour those currently serving.
Nov 02, 2021
Are you taking care of your own mental health?
Burnout is real and can be very damaging to our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This week's EDI article discusses how the pressures in the modern workplace are distorting our identities by often placing success at work at the expense of our mental and physical well-being.
Oct 27, 2021
