Disability advocacy: the power of lived experiences
There still remains a continued need to better understand the struggles of those with disabilities, and to build inclusive societies that dignify their experiences. On Dec. 3, the UN’s annual …
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November 27 2023 Community Germaine Koh - Creation that threads the needle of what’s possible
Photo courtesy of the Blue Cabin project
Breakthroughs happen when people push the boundaries of what’s allowed. This December, Vancouver-based artist and organizer Koh will be one of this …
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November 13 2023 Community Listen, learn and connect at Zee Zee Theatre’s Queer Asian Stories Collection at Vancouver Public Library
Art by Isa Rodrigues
Zee Zee Theatre offers an intimate story-telling experience in its latest project Queer Asian Stories Collection. On Nov. 18, 19, 25 and 26 in the Vancouver Public Library, …
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October 30 2023 Community Food security is as challenging as ever for students at UBC
As the rising cost of food continues to affect Canadian residents, university students—like those attending UBC—are some of the hardest hit, having to navigate substantial demands on both time …
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October 30 2023 Community Overcoming adversity: The Courage To Come Back Awards open nominations for 2024
For those that manage to persevere against the odds, it can be enough of a reward to affirm oneself in the face of adversity. However, it’s also nice to be recognized every once in a while, and a …
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October 30 2023 Community A new UBC study investigates how social robots might improve the quality of life at Canadian long-term care homes
Following the outbreak of COVID-19, as Canada’s long-term care homes became hotspots for the pandemic-inducing virus, the physical and mental well-being of Canada’s elderly demographic was …
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September 25 2023 Community Many people have biased perceptions of EDI leaders: study
A new UBC study shows that racial stereotypes still affect our assumptions about leadership roles.
For the past decade, companies across North America have paid more attention to supporting …
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August 21 2023 Community Truth and Reconciliation is not a single outcome but a generations-long journey
Indigenous peoples have experienced a long history of injustice and mistrust because of colonial legislation and policies in Canada. The Canadian state’s relationships with Indigenous Peoples have…
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June 26 2023 Community Meet the participants of Voices of Youth Indigenous Leaders 2023
In order to mark National Indigenous History Month in June, eight inspiring young Indigenous leaders from across Canada have been invited to meet with the Senate Committee on Indigenous Peoples.
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June 12 2023 Community Margo Greenwood, a recently appointed senator for British Columbia
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, an opportunity to learn about the cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis and those who are committed to their …