A resource list of previously recorded EDI.I events hosted by UBC Applied Science. Scroll through recording on past panels, and speaker series to further your path towards anti-oppression and Indigeneity.
Recorded Resources - Past EDI.I Events
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Feb 3
Black Excellence in STEM Speaker Series: Dr. Daniel Pauly
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join us for Dr. Pauly's presentation on, "Breathing Water in a Warming World: An Overview of the Gill-Oxygen Limitation Theory (GOLT)". This event is part of the Black Excellence in STEM (BEST) Speaker Series, in collaboration with the Faculties of Science, Forestry, and Land and Food Systems.Please note: due to weather conditions, this session will be held online via Zoom. Biography Image Credit: Valentina Ruiz Leotaud Dr. Daniel Pauly is a world-renowned fisheries scientist. He is currently the Principal Investigator of the Sea Around Us initiative, a large research project devoted to identifying and quantifying global fisheries trends. He is also a Killam professor at the University of British Columbia’s Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries.The concepts, methods and software which Daniel Pauly led and co-developed are documented in over 1000 scientific and general-interest publications, and are used throughout the world. This applies to the Ecopath modeling approach and software and FishBase, the online encyclopedia of more than 30,000 fish species, which was recently complemented by SeaLifeBase.He is a recipient of numerous awards, including the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, the International Cosmos Prize, the Volvo Environment Prize, the Nierenberg Prize, the Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Ecology and Conservation Biology and the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement. He was also named France’s Chevalier de la Legion D’Honneur in 2017.Source: Daniel Pauly, FRSC | Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries
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Jan 30
Black Excellence in STEM Speaker Series: Dr. Abdul-Fatawu Abdulai
3:30pm - 5:30pm | 6250 Applied Science Lane
Join us to hear Dr. Abdulai's presentation on "Trauma-informed approaches in the design and evaluation of digital health solutions". This event is part of the Black Excellence in STEM (BEST) Speaker Series, in collaboration with the Faculties of Science, Forestry, and Land and Food Systems.Biography Image Dr Abdulai conducts research on health informatics, human-computer interaction and health technology design. His program of research seeks to explore how principles of human-computer interaction and trauma-informed care approaches can be leveraged to address inequities in sexual and reproductive health access for marginalized populations. He primarily conducts informatics-related research on endometriosis-associated sexual pains, sexually transmitted infections, and sexual health-related stigma. Source: Abdul-Fatawu Abdulai | UBC Nursing
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Jan 24
IDEAL 2025 Opening Ceremony
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Join us for the IDEAL 2025 Opening Ceremony at the xʷćićəsəm garden! This event is open to all Stage 2 and Stage 3 participants, offering a chance to start the year with positive intentions while connecting with the land. The garden is a space dedicated to honoring Indigenous knowledge, promoting its integration with other ways of knowing through teaching, community engagement, and research. We invite all participants to come together to set intentions and begin the year in a meaningful way!
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Jan 16 to 20
Every Day is a Good Day for Reconciliation
2:20pm - 12:00pm (+4 days)
Come and see some of the pledges and commitments made by attendees of Sept. 30 2024's Intergenerational March for Orange Shirt Day at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre! A sample of the over 500 plus cards attendees filled out on September 30th, 2024 has been made available for viewing, reminding viewers that our commitments to reconciliation are more than one day a year, they are ongoing and continuous. As 2025 begins, we ask ourselves what commitment to reconciliation can we resolve to give? In what ways, big or small, can we take steps towards reconciliation? As the late Honourable Murray Sinclair stated: If we move forward without remembering, then we are not the people we should be. Even newcomers must feel the weight of this process of reconciliation because, even if you weren’t here, you still have a responsibility to the future of this country and therefore you need to understand this. Reconciliation is about establishing a relationship of mutual respect. We respect each other … that’s what this country should be about.
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Dec 11
IDEAL Experiential Opportunity: UBC Longhouse Tour + Cedar Weaving Workshop
10:00am - 12:00pm | 1985 West Mall
Registration is now closed.Join us for a unique opportunity to engage with the cultural and educational significance of the UBC First Nations Longhouse in this immersive tour. This guided tour will highlight how the Longhouse serves as a Home Away from Home for Indigenous students at UBC. Learn about the meaning behind the posts, explore Sty-Wet-Tan (Great Hall), and hear about the vital work being done within this space to foster community, cultural connection and academic success for the Indigenous community at UBC.Afterwards, join Musqueam cedar weaver Rita Point Kompst in a special cedar weaving activity! Image @weavetoheal on Instagram This event is open to all.
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Dec 4
Coffee and Care - December Session
1:00pm - 2:00pm | 2332 Main Mall
'Coffee and Care' is an extension of our IDEAL program and the newly launched Cascades of Change program. These sessions are designed as small communities of practice where we can connect with others and build upon the learning we've achieved throughout the program(s). It’s a perfect opportunity to share insights, experiences, and enhance your understanding in a supportive environment!
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Dec 3
14 Not Forgotten Ceremony
11:00am - 1:00pm | Fred Kaiser Atrium
Image Date: December 3, 2024Time: 11 am – 1 pm Location: Fred Kaiser Atrium December 6, 1989 marks the day an armed man walked into an engineering class at I'école Polytechnique de Montréal and killed 14 women and injured 10 more. This act of violent misogyny led Parliament to designate December 6 as The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. As the month of December comes closer, we turn our minds to the memory of the 14 women who lost their lives on a terrible day that does not seem so long ago. As a Faculty, we honour those women whose lives were abruptly ended, and reaffirm our commitment to end all forms of violence and create supportive, caring communities. Standing in memory is one small thing we can do to show this commitment. We invited UBC students, staff and faculty to join us on December 3 for our Annual 14 Not Forgotten Ceremony to remember the 14 women who lost their lives and stand against violence towards women. This event will be held in the Kaiser Atrium at 11 am. 14 Not Forgotten is hosted by the Engineering Undergraduate Society and the APSC EDI.I Office.
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Nov 20
Launch Event - Cascades of Change: Inclusive Leadership and Respectful Engagement
10:00am - 11:00am | 2332 Main Mall
Launch Event Image The Cascades of Change: Inclusive Leadership and Respectful Engagement is a new program for staff and faculty developed by the Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigeneity (EDI.I) Office at the Faculty of Applied Science, in collaboration with the Faculties of Land and Food Systems and Forestry. This program engages participants in two simultaneous streams of learning —Anti-Oppression and Indigeneity—to equip them with the comprehensive tools required for inclusive leadership and respectful engagement. This program is aligned with Applied Science's strategic priority of fostering Inclusive Leadership & Respectful Engagement. It offers 25 hours of hands-on learning, following completion of prerequisite Canvas courses. Upon completion, participants will earn certificate in both Anti-Oppression and Indigeneity.Agenda Description Time Opening Remarks Land Acknowledgement, welcoming guests and intention-setting 10:00-10:10 AMKeynote Address Dr. Sheryl Staub-French will deliver the keynote on the alignment of the Cascades of Change program with the UBC’s Strategic Equity and Anti-Racism Framework and how it aligns with Applied Science Strategic Plan. 10:10- 10:25 AMOrigin Story The EDII Office at Applied Science will briefly talk about the origins of the program, the knowledge gaps it aims to fill, and details about program design. 10:25-10:45 AMPreparing Medicine Bundles Dana-Lyn Mackenzie, Senior Manager of EDII will direct participants to create their own cedar bundles to end the session in a good way. 10:45-11:00 AM
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Nov 5 to 7
Weaving Relations Workshop and Community of Practice
10:00am - 12:00pm (+2 days)
Workshop: November 5, 10:00 - 12:00Please join us for an interactive workshop on decolonization and reconciliation based on the Weaving Relations course. This workshop will provide you with concrete processes and food for thought around land acknowledgements and implementing the Indigenous Strategic Plan (ISP) in your classroom and workspace.Learning outcomes include:Solidifying your learning around the foundational Weaving Relations courseHaving the tools to develop a personal land acknowledgementDive deeper into the ISP Self-Assessment toolCommunity of Practice: November 7, 10:00 - 12:00Please attend a Community of Practice session to hear how others have incorporated the ISP self-assessment work in their workplace and classroom, have discussions, and share your questions.Learning outcomes include:A space to ask those questions you have always wanted to ask
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Oct 28
Disability Fundamentals Workshop
10:00am - 11:00am
In this one-hour workshop, Alexandria Dupont from the Centre for Workplace Accessibility will provide a starting point for understanding disability as an identity and the models of disability. We will also explore resources available to disabled employees to remove barriers to equitable work. This will be an interactive presentation where attendees are encouraged to ask questions throughout and participate in one activity (through your microphone or in the chat – whichever you prefer!) Zoom autogenerated captions will be enabled and the presentation slides will be sent to participants. If there is anything that can be done to make this workshop more accessible to you, please don’t hesitate to contact Alexandria.dupont@ubc.ca or workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca. If you are interested in joining this online session, please register by noon on Monday, October 21st.
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Oct 24
IDEAL Speaker Series: Rhiannon Bennett of Musqueam and Hummingbirds Rising Consulting
10:00am - 11:30am | 2360 East Mall
This month’s Speaker Series features Rhiannon Bennett, a prominent Musqueam activist and matriarch. Rhiannon is the owner of Hummingbirds Rising Consulting (HRC), a Decolonization consulting company dedicated to assisting professionals and organizations in all fields to improve themselves and cultivate better relationships with Indigenous Peoples. In this interactive session, participants will explore approaches to Indigenous design principles and engagement strategies. Join us for an opportunity to connect with Rhiannon and engage in a vital conversation about decolonization. About Rhiannon Bennett Image Rhiannon Bennett is a Musqueam activist and matriarch. She is well-known for posing tough questions and fostering engaging, meaningful dialogue. With a heart rooted in joy, love and whimsy, she is actively working to cultivate a more equitable world for all by championing Decolonization in everything she does, both personally and professionally. In 2014, she made history as the first Indigenous person elected to the Delta Board of Education. Rhiannon is the owner of HRC, whose vision is to contribute to creating an equitable society that comprehends the violence of colonization and addresses its systemic impacts through workshops, audits, consultations, and more. HRC was a finalist in the Delta Chamber of Commerce’s Hats Off to Excellence: Community Impact Award (2022) and nominated for a BC Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Award in the Breaking Barriers Category (2023).
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Sep 30
2024 Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day
11:45am - 3:00pm
Join us for an Intergenerational March to commemorate Orange Shirt Day (OSD). The Faculties of Applied Science, Land and Food Systems and Forestry are honoured to host this event. This is one way the Faculties demonstrate their commitment to the UBC Indigenous Strategic Plan. Members of the UBC community, families and those in solidarity are welcome to participate. The March is intergenerational, and aims to be educational and supportive to the Indigenous community on campus and beyond. Educational activities will allow younger participants to connect with the original inhabitants of the land and plant a seed to continue these conversations about a difficult era in Canadian history at home. Donate to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS) All Day OfferingsWe encourage you to stop by the open area outside the UBC Bookstore to purchase food, educational materials, and t-shirts. Food trucks, a bannock maker, and the UBC Bookstore trailer will be on site from 10:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.T-shirt proceeds are donated to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. If you would like to donate directly, please visit the IRSSS website.Pacific Assistance Dogs Society training dogs and handlers will join attendees at the 1956 Main Mall, amphitheatre near the Ladner Clock Tower to provide support during the march. Bathrooms will be open along the marching route. Interactive Map - Read Speaker Bios and view the march route AgendaTimeEventLocation11:45 a.m.Participants gather at outdoor ‘amphitheatre’1956 Main Mall12:00 p.m.Event starts and Dana-Lyn Mackenzie, member of the Hwlitsum First Nation and Senior Manager of EDI.I for the Faculty of Applied Science, Land and Food Systems and Forestry, introduces Musqueam Elder Larry Grant1956 Main Mall12:05 p.m.Opening by Musqueam Elder Larry Grant1956 Main Mall12:20 p.m.Aileen Michel (Lil'Bear) and Mitchell Tourangeau performs1956 Main Mall12:50 p.m.Speech by two survivors of Residential School, Sam George of the Squamish Tribe and Jeremy Jones1956 Main Mall1:15 p.m.Dana-Lyn outlines route, identifies volunteers, and explains the march map and QR code. Volunteers distribute orange cards for participants to write messages of action towards reconciliation. Tables will also be set up at the end of the March for this interactive activity. 1956 Main Mall1:20-1:50 p.m.March begins with placards and informational signage along the wayFrom 1956 Main Mall down Main Mall, towards Thunderbird Commons Field1:20–3:00 p.m. All participants can add written messages of support, solidarity and handprints to the cairnMain Mall, Engineering cairn outside of the Kaiser building1:50 p.m.Participants have another opportunity to write messages of action towards reconciliation on orange cardsThunderbird Commons Field2:00 p.m.Spakwus Slolem (Eagle Song Dancers), a traditional Coast Salish song and dance group, performThunderbird Commons Field2:35 p.m. Closing words from Dean Rickey Yada, Dean James Olson and Dean Robert KozakThunderbird Commons Field2:45–3:00 p.m.Volunteers available to collect messages of support, solidarity and action towards reconciliationThunderbird Commons Field2:50 p.m.Danilo Caron, March co-organizer, PhD student in civil engineering and Indigenous Student Engagement Coordinator for UBC Engineering Academic Services, outlines activities, thanks volunteers, directs to final activitiesThunderbird Commons Field3:00 p.m.Intergenerational March Concludesn/a More InformationThe Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre provides OSD resources and events throughout September. Take Weaving Relations, a self-directed Canvas course which provides Indigenous awareness training. Available to UBC students, staff, and faculty. Check out media from years past to learn more about the Intergenerational March to commemorate OSD.
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Sep 18
Coffee and Care - September Session
10:00am - 11:00am | 2332 Main Mall
'Coffee and Care' is an extension of our IDEAL program and the upcoming Pathways program. These sessions are designed as small communities of practice where we can connect with others and build upon the learning we've achieved throughout the program. It’s a perfect opportunity to share insights, experiences, and enhance your understanding in a supportive environment!
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Jul 24
Coffee and Care - July Session
10:00am - 11:00am | 2332 Main Mall
'Coffee and Care' is an extension of our IDEAL program and the upcoming Pathways program. These sessions are designed as small communities of practice where we can connect with others and build upon the learning we've achieved throughout the program. It’s a perfect opportunity to share insights, experiences, and enhance your understanding in a supportive environment!
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Jul 18
Applying Learning from Grounding Anti-Oppression - Community of Practice and Care
10:00am - 12:00pm | 6250 Applied Science Ln
Expanding on learning materials from Grounding Anti-Oppression (enrol here), this session provides an opportunity to connect with values-aligned colleagues engaged in this critical work. Expand your networks and make valued connections with others at UBC who are seeking to do transformative work in the classroom and beyond. Join us to engage in interactive learning and build practical strategies for integrating your learning from the Grounding Anti-Oppression canvas course into your teaching practice.Registration closes on Wednesday, July 17 at 4:00 pm.