Awareness Days

REDI’s Media List for Dis/Ability Arts

REDI’s Media List for Dis/Ability Arts

The third week of October is Invisible Disabilities Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness of the experiences of people living with invisible disabilities. For medical professionals, developing a deeper understanding of these experiences is crucial for delivering compassionate, patient-centred care. One powerful way to gain that insight is through disability arts. 

Derek Thompson — Čaabať Bookwilla | Suhiltun, Director, Indigenous Engagement

Anchored To All That Is Good

Derek Thompson — Čaabať Bookwilla | Suhiltun, Director, Indigenous Engagement, reflects on family, community and the responsibility passed from one generation to the next.

REDI’s Indigenous Musicians List

REDI’s Indigenous Musicians List

June 21st marks National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada, a time to “recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada” (Government of Canada). In honour of this day, we are thrilled to share a curated list of our favourite Indigenous musicians.

A diverse group of people with a pride flag

Pride

Learn and celebrate with us during this Pride season.

Art installation at Seaforth Peace Park in Vancouver, BC, inspired by Métis artist Jaime Black's REDress Project. The red dresses symbolize the missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in Canada. (courtesy Edna Winti/Flickr CC)

Red Dress Day (May 5)

Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People, is observed on May 5th.

Jewish Heritage Month

Jewish Heritage Month

May is recognized in Canada as Jewish Heritage Month. The intention is to remember and honour the contributions of Jews and Jewish communities that have made a difference to Canadian lives.

Asian Heritage Month

Asian Heritage Month

Asian Heritage Month offers us an opportunity to learn more about the history of Canadians of Asian heritage and to celebrate their diverse contributions to our society.

Dr. Andrea MacNeill

From planetary health to planetary healthcare

This #EarthDay, learn how the Planetary Healthcare Lab at UBC, the only academic entity of its kind in the world, is reimagining healthcare systems to make them better for both the patient and the environment. 🌎

REDI’s Refugee Experiences Book List

REDI’s Refugee Experiences Book List

April 4th marks Refugee Rights Day, a time to reflect on the challenges faced by refugees. Explore a curated collection of diverse books that capture the resilience, courage, and humanity of refugees from around the world. These narratives can empower you to deliver compassionate care that respects the dignity and humanity of each individual you serve.

Dr. A.J. Lowik

Trans-inclusive reproductive health care: Interview with Dr. A.J. Lowik

March 31st is International Transgender Day of Visibility. 🏳️‍⚧️ Explore how Dr. A.J. Lowik, a University of British Columbia postdoctoral fellow, is working to shape more trans-inclusive, gender-affirming reproductive health care for British Columbians.