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 […]
The Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides high quality sports programs for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families, while promoting acceptance and inclusion through community engagement and training initiatives across British Columbia and beyond. CAN believes that success is achieved through shared knowledge, strong partnerships and collective capacity. CAN’s workshop to BCIT will offer […]
Rescheduled from February 27, 2024 —————————————————– This online roundtable discussion 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 public health, theatre and performance, and academic research. Special Guests Additional guests to be announced Layla Cameron (she/they) […]