Events

This is a two-part virtual workshop that journeys through First Nations, Inuit, and Métis relations with settlers. As the title indicates, you don't know what you don't know so everyone is welcome. You will be introduced to the concept of Miskasowin (wholistic self-evaluation) that will define content, context, and relationship promoting further action, accountability, and responsibilities as a treaty person in this land now known as Canada.

Audience: Staff & Faculty

This workshop is reserved for Waterloo Staff & Faculty only

Level: Introductory

This workshop is a 101 course for those that are looking to get a baseline
understanding of core foundational concepts and frameworks as it relates to anti-racism, addressing disclosures of racism and bystander intervention.


Workshop Description:

This is a 3-hr introductory workshop to help staff & faculty develop a sense of accountability and understanding of the pervasive nature of racism within the Institution. The workshop will provide a high-level overview of racism and how to support someone who has experienced racism (through informal or formal mechanisms).

Tamara Zur, Senior Manager, Research Equity

A question that often comes to the Inclusive Research team from researchers is “what are the top three things I can do to embed EDI my work?” This session will help researchers identify ways to understand potential barriers that may exist in their research program, project and/or teams and will provide ideas for concrete and tangible actions to meaningfully address them.

The University of Waterloo is committed to supporting faculty members to build their competencies related to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusive practices in their teams and research. The Inclusive Research team in the Office of the Vice-President, Research and International is working to provide ongoing development and capacity building for researchers, as outlined in the Inclusive Research Implementation Strategy

This workshop is made available to University of Waterloo staff through the office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-racism's Pride at Work membership. When registering, be sure to indicate University of Waterloo as your organization/employer.

Join a dynamic and thought-provoking presentation on the intersectionality within the 2SLGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion. Speakers will explore the ways in which different social identities intersect and impact the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and share strategies for promoting intersectional inclusion and advocacy. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of intersectionality and learn how to better support and uplift diverse voices within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Live Captioning will be provided by 3 Play Media Canada.

Who can attend? This session is open to Employees This training teaches participants how to recognize and support someone who may be having thoughts of suicide. It is an education and awareness program that provides direction as to how to Question a person with thoughts of suicide, how to Persuade them to get help, and how to Refer the person to appropriate professional resources. Training Content: How to Question, Persuade and Refer someone who may be having thoughts of suicide How to get help for yourself or learn more about preventing suicide Common causes and warning signs How to get help for someone in crisis

This mandatory one-hour training is for faculty hiring committee members. It encompasses reviewing standard terms, designing equity-centered recruitment and selection practices, and discussing accountability frameworks for equitable recruitment, selection, and retention.

September 23, 2023 marks the 20^th anniversary of the United College (formerly St. Paul’s University College) annual Pow Wow. This year is the inaugural collaboration on this celebration between the Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre (WISC) and the University of Waterloo Office of Indigenous Relations (OIR).

This mandatory one-hour training is for faculty hiring committee members. It encompasses reviewing standard terms, designing equity-centered recruitment and selection practices, and discussing accountability frameworks for equitable recruitment, selection, and retention.

You're invited to participate in an evidence-based workshop on gender inclusion in science and engineering, sponsored by the Inclusive Research Team in the Office of the Vice President, Research and International. This interactive session, designed by and for scientists and engineers, examines empirical findings related to stereotyping and bias, along with strategies for increasing inclusion. Topics include organizational values, diversity in teams, overcoming barriers, and promoting a broadly inclusive culture through allyship in research, hiring, and training.

Discover the connection between Menstruation and Mental Health with hosts Thara Thakidiyil and Adria Joel from Counselling Services.

Join this session as we delve into the impact of gender, disability, and socio-economic status on one's menstrual experience and the effect it can have on mental health. You'll be introduced to eye-opening insights on this important aspect of menstrual equity.

This online session hosted on Zoom is open to all University of Waterloo students, faculty, staff and alumni.