In this video blog, I discuss Starbuck's #RaceTogether initiative and provide three recommendations for approaches to try in engaging the topic of race via productive dialogue. These are the books I mentioned in the video: Microaggressions in Everyday Life: Race, Gender, and Sexual Orientation by Dr. Derald Wing Sue: http://amzn.to/1Ouaa5c Why Are All the … [Read more...]
Black History Month in Canada
This month, as we celebrate Black History Month, I wanted to share what I've learned about Black History Month in Canada. Please watch the video below (or on my YouTube channel) and hear what I learned about how Black History Month is celebrated in Canada. Here are a few highlighted resources that I mention in the video, along with a few informative slides on the … [Read more...]
WHERE RU FROM? Questions and Encounters of Canadian Identities: Soup and Substance Series
The last Soup and Substance session for Fall 2014, titled "Where RU From? Questions and Encounters of Canadian Identities" focused on the experiences of those who are constantly asked where are they from. For some this question is a way of breaking the ice, but for others it triggers emotions and notions about country of origin, belonging, and citizenship, … [Read more...]
Women’s Ways of Leading: Soup and Substance Series
Join us Wednesday, October 29th for the Women’s Ways of Leading Soup and Substance Series Session at the Tecumseh Auditorium - SCC 115 (Located in Oakham House). In this session, panelists will discuss how they lead in an arena where so few women are represented, underscoring their professional strategies and personal choices. The Division of Equity, Diversity … [Read more...]
Women Worth Watching Awards 2015 – Cheers!
This month I was named among Profiles in Diversity Journal’s 13th annual Women Worth Watching Award winners for 2015. Winners are featured in the September/October 2014 issue, which showcases their achievements and accomplishments in various sectors, including education. I’m very honored to be named among so many impressive women and executive … [Read more...]