This workshop provides a welcoming space where you'll have the opportunity to dive into what it means to build a culture of inclusion, both in educational settings and within our broader communities. During the session, you'll: • Unpack key concepts like equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion through interactive activities. • Gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences in student life. • Identify and challenge barriers to inclusion. • Learn how to foster and advocate for equitable, inclusive environments using effective practices and approaches

A series of events where Concordians can come together to share loss, support one another through change, and build caring community in a non-judgemental space.

The Caucus of Black Concordians, in collaboration with Concordia’s Black Perspectives Office, invites faculty and staff to a casual community gathering. Come enjoy meaningful conversations over coffee, connect with new and familiar faces, and discover upcoming events, programs, and initiatives within the Concordia Black community. A light lunch and refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to help us plan for food and to receive the event location. If you have any questions, contact: jacqueline.peters@concordia.ca   We look forward to seeing you there!

This interactive workshop is designed for students, staff, and faculty to deepen their understanding of anti-racism and its role in creating meaningful change within their spheres of influence. Participants will explore key concepts related to racism and anti-racism, challenging mainstream narratives that perpetuate systems of oppression. The session will cover how systemic racism shapes both interpersonal and institutional experiences, while providing practical strategies for implementing anti-racist practices in daily life and the workplace. The workshop will also explore intersectionality, offering tools to integrate anti-racist actions into decision-making and promote equitable, context-specific interventions.

Join us for the Equity Office and Friends Meet & Greet, where members of Concordia’s student, staff, and faculty community are invited to come together and learn about the work we do around campus. This year’s theme, Threads of Community, celebrates the ways we weave equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into the fabric of campus life. Connect Meet with fellow community members and explore how you can take part in shaping a more inclusive Concordia. Refresh Enjoy light snacks and new connections in a welcoming space. Students who attend will also be entered into a prize draw! Learn Discover the wide range of resources, programs, and initiatives we offer to support you on your academic and professional journey. Meet our teams Get to know the staff and partners working to create a more inclusive and supportive campus environment, including: The Black Perspectives Office (BPO) Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) Multi-faith And Spirituality Centre (MFSC) President's Task Force on Anti-Black Racism Standing Together against Racism and Identity-based Violence Task Force (STRIVE) ⭐ Join us!⭐ Registration for this event is required. All event details, including location, will be shared once you sign up. The event space is fully wheelchair accessible, and everyone is welcome.

Through facilitated discussion, this session invites participants to explore the unspoken norms and expectations in higher education that can influence students’ learning experiences and success. It also invites learners to question how implicit biases shape the hidden curriculum and discuss strategies to recognize and navigate it. Join us for a collaborative discussion designed to empower students to uncover and address it effectively.