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Equity Diversity and Inclusion News Archive

Robbins-Ollivier research team

Research and International

Team of UM researchers honoured with inaugural Robbins‐Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity

August 29, 2023 — 
A new UM project addressing inequities experienced by those with disabilities because of systemic ableism has received federal support through the inaugural Robbins‐Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity.

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UM named a Manitoba Top Employer for twelfth consecutive year

May 10, 2023 — 
The University of Manitoba has been named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers (2023), as well as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers (2023) by Mediacorp Canada Inc., recognizing the institution’s commitment to supporting employees and retaining top talent within the organization, as well as ongoing equity, diversity and inclusion work.

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Asian Heritage Month banner on bue background with wave pattern

A joint message on Asian Heritage Month

May 8, 2023 — 
UM joins with Asian communities in Manitoba and nationally to recognize and celebrate the achievements of those of diverse Asian heritage

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Desautels Faculty of Music

Conducting research about what is conducted

May 1, 2023 — 
Ikjyot Bharaj is shining a light on representation in music repertoire

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Embrace gender equity

March 7, 2023 — 
International Women’s Day historically is important for highlighting activism, empowerment, and community for working-class women

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Row of different coloured kayas

Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning

UM Learn course will help you take equity, diversity and inclusion from theory to practice

March 2, 2023 — 
UM is hosting a new course which will help guide instructors with practical guidance on how to add EDI practices to their teachings.

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Participate in the ‘Recognizing Anti-Black Racism’ survey

February 10, 2023 — 
University of Manitoba Black Alliance (UMBA) seeks input from UM students, staff and faculty

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Illustration of 7 diverse coloured hands raised against a blue background, two activist fists raised, three hands raised, two with peace signs.

We signed the Scarborough Charter — now what?

February 5, 2023 — 
Attend the Black History Month keynote and panel event

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February is Black History Month

February 1, 2023 — 
Reflect and celebrate with these events at UM

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Portrait of Valerie Williams.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

‘Inclusion is a right,’ says leader of Rady Faculty drive for equity, diversity, inclusion

January 12, 2023 — 
Valerie Williams is inspired to do the pivotal work she does in the area of equity, diversity and inclusion because she believes deeply that every person – regardless of their identity – should be treated with dignity.

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