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Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress: Focus on neurodiversity inclusion

December 3 marks the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year’s theme – fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress – invites us to reflect on how we can better support disabled community members.

Now open for students: StEAR Enhancement Fund

Now open for students: StEAR Enhancement Fund

UBC students are invited to apply to the Strategic Equity & Anti-Racism (StEAR) Enhancement Fund by November 9, 2025.

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2025 Employment Equity Census: Count yourself in by October 31

UBC employees are now invited to complete the updated Employment Equity Census by October 31, 2025. It takes just 3 minutes and helps UBC’s efforts to advance equity and inclusion.

Applications open for the StEAR Enhancement Fund

Applications open for the StEAR Enhancement Fund

UBC faculty and staff are invited to apply for the Strategic Equity & Anti-Racism (StEAR) Enhancement Fund. Get up to $10,000 to catalyze projects that advance equity and anti-racism.

Orange Shirt Day: Every child matters

Orange Shirt Day: Every child matters

Orange Shirt Day, September 30, is a day to honour and uphold Survivors and Intergenerational Survivors of the Indian Residential School system, and to commemorate those who didn’t return home.

Advancing equity at UBC: A leadership Q&A on the StEAR Report

Advancing equity at UBC: A leadership Q&A on the StEAR Report

The UBC Equity & Inclusion Office has released the 2025 Progress Report on the Strategic Equity and Anti-Racism (StEAR) Framework. In this Q&A, Dr. Arig al Shaibah, AVPEI, shares reflections on progress to date and what’s next.

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Expressing care for Filipino/a/x community members

We express our shock and sadness following the horrific event at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival in Vancouver that killed several Filipino/a/x members of the community and injured many more.

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Steadfast in addressing inequities and advancing excellence

Several commemorative days taking place this March remind us of global norms established to safeguard and promote the universal human rights and fundamental freedoms of all people and, in the current context, emphasize the need to counter the intensification of misogyny, racism and transphobia.

Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month

February is Black History Month. While we should celebrate Black history and excellence every day, this is an opportunity for a focused, intentional and elevated reflection and recognition of Black history and achievement.