Affinity Spaces
An affinity group is a community of peers that offers support, guidance, resources, and mentorship to its members, who identify as like-minded with the group. Affinity groups are particularly valuable as they provide a sense of belonging, community, and collective empowerment to members of historically, systemically, and perpetually marginalized groups, whose experiences and voices are often not centered. An affinity space serves as a place to convene, share challenges, validate experiences, collaboratively identify needs, and celebrate successes. It can also be a space for sharing food, cultural celebrations, or ceremonies. Affinity groups bring together people who share relatable feelings and experiences, providing a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space where their true feelings, expressions, thoughts, and opinions can be shared and recognized. By definition, members of marginalized communities have fewer colleagues who share similar backgrounds to turn to. For some, these groups are the only places where they feel truly understood and seen for who they are. Explore more affinity spaces on campus and beyond.
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Building Networks for Lasting Impact: An Affinity Lunch for Indigenous & Black Staff, Faculty, & Clinical Faculty in the FoM (Feb 2026)
FoM Indigenous and Black staff, faculty and clinical faculty are invited to join us on Feb 26, from 12:00– 1:30 pm at the Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre. This affinity lunch offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, and develop collaborative networks with colleagues across the Faculty.
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Building Networks for Lasting Impact: An Affinity Lunch for Indigenous & Black Staff, Faculty, & Clinical Faculty in the FoM (October 2025)
FoM Indigenous and Black staff, faculty and clinical faculty are invited to join us in person on Thursday, Oct 30th, 2025 from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm at IRC, 3rd floor. This affinity lunch offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, and develop collaborative networks with colleagues across the Faculty.
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Building Networks for Lasting Impact: An Affinity Lunch for Indigenous & Black Staff, Faculty, & Clinical Faculty in the FoM (Feb 2025)
FoM Indigenous and Black staff, faculty and clinical faculty are invited to join us on Feb 27, from 12:00– 2:00 pm at the Gordon & Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre (DHCC), Vancouver General Hospital. This affinity lunch offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, and develop collaborative networks with colleagues across the Faculty.
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Building Networks for Lasting Impact: An Affinity Lunch for Indigenous & Black Staff, Faculty, & Clinical Faculty in the FoM
FoM Indigenous and Black staff, faculty and clinical faculty are invited to join us on Wednesday, Oct 30th, 2024 from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm. This affinity lunch offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, exchange insights, and develop collaborative networks with colleagues across the Faculty that can drive sustainable change.