Every Friday, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion will share a film recommendation that will support students, staff and faculty in enhancing their understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.

Students, staff and faculty can access all films featured for free through the NC Libraries and Learning Commons.

To mark International Women’s Day, this week’s feature film is Status Quo? The Unfinished Business of Feminism in Canada.

In 1967 the landmark Royal Commission on the Status of Women made recommendations to address the inequalities faced by women. Now, Status Quo? zeroes in on key concerns first raised 45 years ago: violence against women, access to abortion, and universal childcare. How much progress have we made on these issues? Status Quo? is crucial viewing for every Canadian, especially those unfamiliar with the vital achievements of the feminist movement.

Content Warning: This film has content that may be sensitive to some viewers. Viewer discretion advised. Please take care of yourself when watching the film. 

The following resources are available to Niagara College employees and students: 

Employees 

Full-service EFAP 

  • EFAP services are offered by Homewood Health 
  • Employees and their family members can call 1-800-663-1142 or visit Homeweb.ca with login code NC4321 

Students 

Health, Wellness, and Accessibility Services Niagara College 

After viewing the film, we encourage you to reflect on the following questions:

  1. What insights will you be taking away from the film?
  2. What will you say or do differently as a result of watching the film?
  3. How can you apply what you’ve learned to your time here at NC and in your community?
  4. What would you like to learn more about as a result of watching the film?

If you experience any challenges accessing the films, please reach out to the Libraries and Learning Commons at [email protected].

If you have any questions related to the content of the films, please contact Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at [email protected].