Next EDIA: Foundations course starts Jan. 12

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Extended Education

Next EDIA: Foundations course starts Jan. 12

November 7, 2025 —
"Do it for the people you love. Do it for your children, family, friends, and colleagues. If you want to help, learn more by taking this course.” - Robin Attas

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Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

Connect with others through the Affinity Group Work-on-Site Program

October 6, 2025 —
As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen community and inclusion on campus, the Office of Equity Transformation, in partnership with UM Libraries, has introduced the Affinity Group Work-on-Site Space program. This new initiative provides supportive environments where individuals from systemically marginalized and underrepresented groups can gather to work, study, and connect.

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A collage showing two artworks. On the left is a painting of two people embracing. They both wear jeans. One person holds their partner tightly on their lap and locks eyes with the viewer. On the right is a photo of a vessel made of ceramic and woven material. The piece is white and the woven top features gendered bathroom symbols woven on top of the trans flag.

Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

UM is putting representation on display—literally

September 19, 2025 —
Through the Diversifying the UM Art Collection program, 15 artworks by 11 2SLGBTQIA+ artists were procured during the summer of 2025. Find out more and apply to join the next committee.

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Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

Your Perspective Matters

September 15, 2025 —
The Office of Equity Transformation invites all students, staff, and faculty to participate in the UM Community Experiences Survey, now open until October 6, 2025.

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Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

Applications open for the 2025 Promoting Black Flourishing Fund

September 9, 2025 —
The Promoting Black Flourishing Fund supports initiatives led by Black members of the UM Community and Black UM-affiliated groups and organizations that support the objectives of The Scarborough Charter, and advances anti-racism at the University of Manitoba. The fund is currently accepting applications until September 22, 2025.

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Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

Introducing Angie Conrad, UM’s first Anti-ableism and Age-inclusivity specialist

June 30, 2025 —
The Office of Equity Transformation welcomes Angie Conrad to the newly established role of Anti-Ableism and Age-Inclusivity Specialist. This new position was created to lead strategic coordination and collaboration between UM units and individuals responsible for anti-ableism, accessibility, and age-inclusivity, and to build institutional capacity in these areas.

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UM community members walk in the 2024 Pride Winnipeg Parade.

Provost and Vice-President (Academic)

Celebrate Pride 2025!

May 6, 2025 —
If you are organizing events for Pride Week (May 23 to June 1) or throughout Pride Month, please let us know. Submit your event details through the UM Pride Events form so we can promote a comprehensive calendar of celebrations happening across our campuses.

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