Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Post-Secondary and Public Sectors

WHAT: A panel discussion on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Post-Secondary and Public Sectors

WHEN: Tuesday, March 9, 2021, 1 – 2:30 pm

WHERE: Zoom webinar

In recent years, creating more inclusive and diverse environments to work, learn and study in has been a key focus – and ongoing struggle – for many post-secondary and public institutions and organizations. This work requires a deep commitment to identify barriers, uncover unconscious bias in processes such as hiring, and develop new ways to celebrate and promote diversity and ultimately transform culture.

Join us for a panel discussion on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Post-Secondary and Public Sectors on Tuesday, March 9 starting at 1 pm. Hear from our panel of experts in the public and post-secondary sectors on strategies they are using at their own organizations to address EDI as well as their thoughts on the path forward. Register for Zoom Webinar.

Panelists: 

• Patrick Borbey, President of the Public Service Commission
• Gina Wilson, Deputy Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Youth, Government of Canada
• Dr. Deb Saucier, President and Vice-Chancellor, VIU
• Dr. Jude Mary Cénat, Professor, University of Ottawa

Moderator: 

• Dr. Eliane Ubalijoro, a professor of practice for public and private sector partnerships at McGill University’s Institute for the Study of International Development 

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MEDIA CONTACT: 

Jenn McGarrigle, External Communications Advisor, Vancouver Island University

C:  250.619.6860 | E: jenn.mcgarrigle@viu.ca