REDI Deep Dives
Lead your unit in diving deep into Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with the REDI Deep Dives—a dynamic series of team-facilitated activities designed to infuse EDI principles into your unit’s core practices. These engaging slide decks empower leaders and EDI champions to guide their teams through meaningful discussions, fostering competencies that drive positive change.
REDI Grab ‘n’ Gos
Introducing REDI Grab ‘n’ Gos – your shortcut to sparking EDI conversations! Perfect for EDI champions and leaders, these bite-sized slide-decks are ideal for kicking off team meetings (in 15-mins or less), delivering ongoing reminders about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), and infusing professional development in digestible chunks.
REDI is Here to Help over the Holidays Season
As the holiday season approaches and things begin to unwind, the REDI team is here to offer support in thinking through EDI challenges in your role. Chat with us about embedding EDI into roles, practices, and policies or actioning change to support equity, decolonization, and inclusion in your unit. Submit a request for a 1:1 consultation today!
Unconscious Biases
Unconscious (implicit) biases are pre-judgments or mental shortcuts we make about others. We all harbor beliefs about members of various social and identity groups. Learn more
UBC Orthopaedics Staff and Residents Engage in the KIAROS Blanket Exercise
UBC Orthopaedics recently participated in the transformative KIAROS Blanket Exercise, walking the path of Indigenous and non-Indigenous history to deepen empathy and underscore the crucial role of trainee involvement in shaping a more empathetic and informed healthcare community.
Welcome Harpreet Ahuja and Madison Tardif
Meet Harpreet Ahuja and Madison Tardif, REDI’s new Equity Advisors.
Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nov 20)
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.
REDI Best Practices: Mitigating Cognitive Biases in Hiring
In the quest for equity in hiring, one formidable obstacle stands in the way: cognitive biases. These subtle yet powerful biases infiltrate the decision-making process, often leading to unconscious discrimination. ‘Mitigating Cognitive Biases in Hiring’ is your indispensable tip sheet, offering insights and strategies to level the playing field.
Musqueam Day (Nov 1)
Every year, Musqueam recognizes November 1 as Musqueam Day.
On November 1, 1984, Musqueam won R v. Guerin, a Supreme Court of Canada case that changed the law regarding how Canada must uphold Aboriginal title. UBC IRSHDC recognizes Musqueam and their celebrations and remembrances on this day. Illustrations by Kenzie Littlelight.
REDI Best Practices: Embedding EDI in Research
Are you a researcher, faculty member, or staff member eager to embed Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) into every facet of the research process? Introducing our tip sheet, “REDI Best Practices for Equitable and Inclusive Research.” This guide offers a roadmap for taking actionable steps to diversify your recruitment efforts, build authentic, ethical partnerships, break down barriers to participation, and ensure your research outputs benefit everyone.