The conversation around anti-Black racism has mostly focused on strategies for eliminating racism within organizations and communal settings. However, tools and strategies can only go so far when we have been socially conditioned into anti-Blackness. In this webinar, we will explore how we can unlearn internalized anti-Black racism. Hosted by: Sarita Addy Audience/Level: This is...
The CCDI sits down with thought leaders in the Canadian Jewish community to discuss what organizations can do to define and combat antisemitism in the workplace and beyond. Hosted by: Schuyler H Smith Audience/Level: This is an introductory/intermediate level webinar for individuals to learn how to define antisemitism, and how to combat hatred toward Jews...
Join us for a 90 minute conversation with alumna Erica Williams. Facilitator: Samah Sabra, Workplace Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manager Speaker: NC alumna, Erica Williams. Erica is the founder of Erica's Embrace, which started as a donation service to provide local shelters with Black hair care and beauty products. Since then, Erica's Embrace has grown...
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is Embracing Equity. Join us for the college's International Women's Day panel featuring the following speakers who will speak to the work that they do at the college and how it contributes to equity: Elysia Dardarian, Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Coordinator, Student Rights and Responsibilities Office...
The fight for gender equity is everyone’s responsibility. With International Women’s Day in March, we invite you to join us for a fireside chat on the topic of modern-day feminism, what it means to be a feminist and who can be a feminist. Hosted by: Eamon Leonard Audience/Level: This is an intermediate level webinar, covering...
Microaggressions are common in the workplace, and sometimes we don't know how to address them. This webinar will provide you with the tools to identify and address microaggressions effectively in the workplace. Hosted by: Miriam Chiasson Audience/Level: This is an intermediate level webinar for those who want to learn about microaggressions and develop strategies to...
In our globalized world, people speaking a variety of languages interact every day, including in the workplace. Having multilingual staff within our organizations brings many benefits, but can also lead to some challenges. This webinar will explore multilingualism, the opportunities it represents, and what we can do to navigate challenges that it brings. Hosted by:...
The Accessible Canada Act created a framework to realize the goal of a barrier-free Canada by 2040. That may seem like a long way away, but there's plenty of work to do to get there, so let's start today! During this webinar we will discuss how to create spaces and business practices that are accessible....
May is Asian Heritage Month, an opportunity for us to reflect on how far we have come in addressing Asian stereotypes and the advancement of Asian Canadians in the workplace. Join us for an exploration of the term “Bamboo Ceiling” to unpack the limitations and discrimination faced by employees of Asian descent in their quest...
The pandemic created a forced experiment in flexible work arrangements, and while growing pains were felt by many, data shows that flexible work policies lead to more inclusive organizations. In this panel discussion, we hear from organizations creating and implementing flexible work policies. We discuss what's working, whats not working, and consider where flexible work...