Black Imaginaries – Worldbuilding Towards a New Public Health
Join the Black Public Health Collective on April 11th at 6 pm for an event on the world of Black imaginaries and their impact on public health. This in-person gathering will take place at the Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue and also will be live-streamed. Get ready to explore new perspectives and ideas that can shape the future of healthcare.
Camp Suzuki At Chá7elkwnech: Walking With The Squamish
Faculty and post-secondary educators are invited to join Camp Suzuki on April 24-25 at Chá7elkwnech for a rare opportunity to learn about Átl’ka7tsem’s (Howe Sound) rich history, Squamish Nation culture and language, canoeing, conservation leadership and coastal ecosystems. You’ll leave the retreat with a deeply enriched understanding of this place.
Gender-affirming Care in Action: Stories and Insights from the Frontline
Watch a recording for a conversation with a panel of healthcare professionals and individuals with transgender lived experiences. Gain valuable insights into the healthcare needs of transgender and gender-diverse individuals and expand your understanding of how to deliver compassionate and high-quality care to all your patients.
Rez Rules: My Indictment of Canada’s and America’s Systemic Racism Against Indigenous Peoples
Watch the recording for a conversation with Chief Clarence Louie, Osoyoos Indian Band and author of REZ RULES: My Indictment of Canada’s and America’s Systemic Racism Against Indigenous Peoples.
The Restorative Imperative in Healthcare: Broadening the Definition of Healing
Join a keynote lecture on restorative justice by Dr. Pedro L. Flores on April 19th at 10 am, hosted by the UBC Midwifery Program.
Unpacking identity, care & healing: An IBPOC-only wellbeing workshop series
IBPOC faculty and staff at UBC are invited to register for a workshop series taking place online March 12–21, 2024. These workshops, led by psychotherapist Meghan Watson, aim to unpack the importance of identity, culture and histories of systemic racism in topics related to wellbeing. Attendees will have the chance to engage in reflective practice, develop insights, and apply practical tools to support your own wellbeing.
Beyond Representation: Celebrating Black Excellence in BC Healthcare
Watch the recording for a conversation with Black healthcare professionals from BC. In this session organized by Vancouver Coastal Health and REDI, panelists shared their experiences navigating the healthcare work environment and emphasize the importance of recognizing and promoting Black excellence in healthcare.
EIO Employment Equity Advisor Pilot Program: Call for Participants
Faculty and staff members are invited to participate in the next round of training for the Employment Equity Advisor program to develop their expertise in accessible and equitable hiring practices. This pilot program is currently focused on faculty hiring. Register for our upcoming training on March 18th, from 9:00-4:30 PM.
Our Shared Vision: Leading Transformative Change in Health for BC First Nations
Watch the recording of this Indigenous Speaker Series session, which brought together a panel of senior political representatives working across the four pillars of BC First Nations Health governance: the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), the First Nations Health Council (FNHC), the First Nations Health Directors Association (FNHDA), and the Tripartite Committee on First Nations Health (TCFNH).
Happy Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations for Asian communities. Join us in celebrating the Year of the Dragon and engage with events and programs happening across UBC and in the community.