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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at 大象传媒: May in Review
大象传媒 continues to work towards a more equitable, diverse and inclusive environment on all our campuses for all individuals. Here is a snapshot of EDI at 大象传媒 in May.
Developing 大象传媒鈥檚 first Accessibility Plan
The 大象传媒 Accessibility Committee is developing the university鈥檚 first accessibility plan to support an 大象传媒 where all people can fully and meaningfully participate.
To aid in the development of the plan, the committee is seeking input from key groups through in-person consultations and a survey. Online sessions for students who identify as neurodivergent, have a disability or condition or are advocates for accessibility were held between May 22-May 29. Another session for students will be available on June 13 and registration will open soon.
The survey is open for 大象传媒 faculty, staff, students and alumni to share their input on strengths and opportunities related to accessibility until June 21.
Data collection for Pay Transparency Report
As part of B.C.鈥檚 new , 大象传媒 is required to collect gender data from their employees according to the new to prepare a Pay Transparency Report. All employees are asked to help 大象传媒 comply with this year鈥檚 requirement by updating their information no later than July 30, 2024.
To support data collection for this report, 大象传媒 has added a new 鈥淕ender鈥� tile in the MyInfo system. While logged in, employees can also update their emergency contact information, address and personal phone number.
Log into MyInfo to complete updates here:
*Please note, for those who are off-campus, they will need to before logging into MyInfo.
Demographic & Diversity Data survey coming soon
In Fall 2024, 大象传媒 will be launching a comprehensive demographics and diversity data collection survey that will help meet other regulatory requirements, provide information to support equitable and accountable decision-making and measure progress towards our institutional priorities.
Over the past few months, the Data Taskforce has been meeting with key stakeholder groups, including student associations, to gather input and feedback. A session with the Indigenous community at 大象传媒 also took place in May, sharing updates on the Indigenous Welcoming Procedures and information about the upcoming Demographic & Diversity Data survey.
Along with the Pay Transparency Report and data from the survey in the fall, 大象传媒 can make more informed decisions that will support and meet the needs of our community.
Days of Significance
Celebrating the diverse cultures, histories and contributions of Asian communities.
Across the university we celebrated Jewish history, culture and contributions to 大象传媒.
Other days of significance and observances included , , , , and .
EDI-related supports are available
大象传媒 is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive community for all. Important work is being undertaken by our Equity Office to ensure that 大象传媒 is a safe and welcoming space for all students, faculty and staff, including actively updating and sharing resources for those experiencing antisemitism or Islamophobia. Please see our list of identity-based supports and reach out if you need help. For all other supports, please visit our community supports page.