Throughout the month of May, we acknowledge and celebrate the many contributions that Canadians of Asian origin have made Continue reading “Asian Heritage Month 2021”
Notable Figure: Anderson Ruffin Abbott
April 7, 1837 is the birthdate of Anderson Ruffin Abbott: the first Canadian-born Black person to graduate from medical school
International Transgender Day of Visibility 2021
Join us on March 31st in celebrating transgender people and learning about transgender rights Continue reading “International Transgender Day of Visibility 2021”
Community of Care Event
Share reflections with STEM BIPOC women, gender diverse folks, and allies on the recent shootings in Georgia Continue reading “Community of Care Event”
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2021
Stand up against racial prejudice and intolerant attitudes Continue reading “International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2021”
Anti-Racism Reminders
A new anti-racism campaign asks British Columbians to take action against racism
Statement on Anti-Asian Racism
An important message from Santa J. Ono, UBC President and Vice-Chancellor
‘It Starts With Us’ Has Launched
Introducing Upstander Engagement: the model chosen by the Faculty of Medicine to help us build a strong, safe, and supportive community Continue reading “‘It Starts With Us’ Has Launched”
International Women’s Day 2021
Meet some of the outstanding women in the Faculty of Medicine who are transforming health for everyone
Introducing: The Transforming Culture Initiative
The Faculty of Medicine begins the task of cultural transformation with a renewed commitment to our community and the environments in which we work and learn. Continue reading “Introducing: The Transforming Culture Initiative”