This online discussion with special guests will explore topics pertaining to weight stigma and fat bias in a range of professional contexts. Specifically, this event explores how weight stigma persists across industries, including fashion and design, public health, outdoor sporting and recreational environments, media, and academic research. Special Guests Layla Cameron (she/they) is an academic […]
Indigenous knowledge wisdom based seven step strategy for land restoration In this workshop participants will learn a practical seven step strategy for land restoration, based on Indigenous knowledge wisdom from five Indigenous civilizations across Turtle Island. Upon completion of this workshop participants will have a baseline awareness to immediately implement land restoration strategies on varying […]
In recognition of both Black Excellence Day, celebrated on January 15, and Black History Month, which takes place in February, the Respect, Diversity, and Inclusion (RDI) Office, is pleased to invite you to this special event, Celebrating Black Excellence, with special guests Yannick Craigwell and Erin Reddick. Black Excellence Day is an opportunity to celebrate and learn […]
Feeling the strain of division in your team, organization, or community? Finding it challenging to engage in dialogue with those who hold diverging views? You’re not alone. Join us for a 2-hour session to dip your toes in finding new strategies to deal with conflict – without losing sight of what matters most to you. […]
Everyone’s mind works differently. By creating adaptable, flexible, and supportive environments, neurodivergent individuals can trust that they can be their authentic selves, do their best work, and feel valued – benefiting the entire BCIT community. This panel will equip educators and administrators with strengths-based strategies to foster neuroinclusive spaces. At the end of the session, […]
Are you an Instructor or otherwise work directly with students? Do you know what to do if a student requires accommodation for neurodiversity or a disability? Join Joanna Angelidis (she/her), Associate Director of Student Wellbeing and Accessibility, and Tanya Buschau (she/her) Advisor, Respect Diversity and Inclusion as they provide valuable information on supporting students with […]