Hear about student experiences and WxL research that can help you create an inclusive workplace.
Join us on a journey to explore how employers can foster inclusion for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (2SLGBTQIA+) co-op students in the workplace. We will uncover the key factors influencing students’ experiences and share strategies for creating supportive environments, drawing from our research at the Work-Learn Institute.
Additionally, gain insights from our employer partner, Ciena, on practical strategies for building inclusive workplaces for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
By attending this session, participants will:
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Understand the challenges faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ co-op students at work.
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Get tips to make workplaces more inclusive for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
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Help create a work environment where everyone feels accepted and valued.
Together, let's uncover these insights and empower ourselves to create environments where everyone feels included and valued.
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David Drewery
Associate Director, Work-Learn Institute, University of Waterloo
David Drewery is the associate director of the Work-Learn Institute. His research focuses on the co-creation of value among students and employers. He examines ways in which work-integrated learning programs can arrange resources to create educational experiences for students and opportunities for employers to access talent. His research has been supported by national and international agencies.
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Beck Mallozzi
2SLGBTQ+ Inclusion and Diversity Worker, YMCA of Three Rivers
Beck supports 2SLGBTQ+ newcomers to Canada. They create and present workshops on diversity and inclusion to service providers and community members. They published an article on creating inclusive co-operative education workplaces during their time as a research assistant (co-op student) at the Work-Learn Institute.
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Andy Winter
Global Director, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Ciena
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) isn’t just a job it’s my lived experience. I’m passionate seeing a person’s ability and the inclusion of diverse voices in all spaces.
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Brittany Koa
External Communications Associate, Ciena
I started my professional career with Ciena, first an HR intern and now a Marketing New Grad! I thrive on applying creative strategies, analyzing data, and building meaningful connections.
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Robin Sheng
Software Test Engineer, Ciena
Been with Ciena for two years and counting. My daily job is trying to break stuff to make them better and I love it.