Beyond Diversity: Embedding a Culture of Inclusive Excellence in Medicine

Join us for the third annual REDI symposium on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 12–3:15 pm. During this year's symposium, we will focus on embedding inclusive excellence into various domains of academic medicine, and discuss a range of topics including teaching, mentorship, leadership, research and patient care.

The symposium will feature Adam Neufeld, Allison Brown, Catherine Macala, Derek Thompson – Thlaapkiituup, Heather Buckley, Niresha Velmurugiah, Peggy DeJong, Saleem Razack and Wiley Chung, and will be co-moderated by Maï Yasué and Saleem Razack.

Coming Home: Honouring the Resiliency of All Survivors of the Indian Residential School Experience

Join our first hybrid Indigenous Speakers Series session on Wednesday, September 25 from 9 am–4 pm. In this unique session, we are honoured to welcome back past guests from the Survivors of the Indian Residential School Experience session and the children of Survivors session for a transformative conversation between generations. Both generations are courageous Survivors of the continuing legacy of this horrific chapter in Canada’s history.

Managing Fragility and Saviourism Reactions in EDI Work

Join us virtually on Wednesday, May 22 from 12–1:30 pm for a discussion on the challenges of combating racism in healthcare. In this panel session, participants will gain valuable perspectives, actionable strategies and renewed inspiration to navigate the complexities of anti-racism work within healthcare settings.

The panel will feature Derek Thompson – Thlaapkiituup, Maria Hubinette and Oakley Ramprashad, co-moderated by Saleem Razack and Harpreet Ahuja.

EDI Joint Interest Group: Upcoming sessions

Are you a faculty or staff member leading equity, inclusion, decolonization and Indigenization initiatives in your unit? Join one of our monthly EDI Joint Interest Group sessions, or sign up for the mailing list.

Upcoming sessions

• June 10: Tips and tricks for managing power dynamics in meetings, with Dr. Maï Yasué, REDI Associate Director
• August 12: Trauma-informed practices, with Madison Tardif, Equity Advisor

First, Do No Harm: Developing Trauma-Informed Medical and Health Professional Education Practice

Join Faculty Development virtually on Thursday, May 23 from 5–6:30 pm for a conversation on trauma-informed education. At the end of the session, participants will be able to describe how trauma-informed education can support inclusive environments, and implement practical tips to prevent and de-escalate instances when learners’ emotions are activated through curricular content.

Stories & resources

REDI's Indigenous Musicians List

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day in Canada, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada. In honour of this day, we are thrilled to share a curated list of our favourite Indigenous musicians. We encourage you to listen to their music and participate in local festivities throughout British Columbia.

Pride

June is Pride month, a time to celebrate the vibrant 2SLGBTQI+ community. We encourage you to take part in the Pride celebrations at UBCV and UBCO campuses and throughout British Columbia. This month is also an opportunity to deepen your understanding of 2SLGBTQI+ issues and support through UBC's Positive Space course.

REDI Best Practices: Designing a Faculty In-Person Interview Experience for Success

This tip sheet, the newest in our REDI Best Practice series, outlines the essentials of structuring an effective and inclusive faculty in-person interview process at UBC.

The tip sheet emphasizes the importance of creating an interview experience that not only upholds UBC's prestigious reputation but also ensures every candidate feels valued and has an equal opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities. Learn how to enhance your interview protocol to attract top talent and make informed, successful hiring decisions that contribute positively to the department's culture and goals.

REDI Word of the Month: Intergroup Dialogue

Intergroup dialogue is a face-to-face, structured and facilitated group experience that creates opportunities for participants to listen deeply, engage in self-reflection and gain new perspectives on polarizing societal issues. Dialogues have helped to build relationships between conflicting groups, reduce polarization, promote increased self-awareness about biases and strengthen diverse groups' abilities to work together towards common goals.

The REDI Office is looking to connect with those interested in intergroup dialogue: Register your interest.

Recordings

Gender-affirming Care in Action: Stories and Insights from the Frontline

Watch the recording of this conversation with a panel of healthcare professionals and individuals with transgender lived experiences. The panel featured Dr. A.J. Lowik (They/Them), Ari Para (They/Them), Dr. Dan Metzger (He/Him), Dr. Ingrid Cosio (She/Her), Jae Dela Cruz (He/Him) and Lorraine Grieves.

Through their stories and expertise, gain insights into the healthcare needs of transgender and gender-diverse individuals and expand your understanding of how to deliver compassionate and high-quality patient care.