Training and events

Human Rights and Equity provides presentations and information to members of the university community on issues related to respectful work and learning environments.

We also provide learning opportunities on the subject of equity, diversity and inclusion, as well as resource development.

Contact humanrights@unb.ca to discuss how we can assist.

Upcoming events

This session will explore the concepts of race and racism in both historical and contemporary contexts. Participants will examine racism as it manifests on various levels of society. Participants will gain understanding of how racism is upheld and replicated in our daily interactions and ways that individuals can take up their individual and collective responsibility to create a culture of anti-racism.

 

Student Anti-Racism 101 | April 4 | 10 a.m. - noon
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Anti-Racism 101 | June 4 | 1 - 3 p.m.
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In this session participants will take a deeper dive into understanding how racism plays out in its many forms. Participants will examine the ideology that informs racism as well as the ways that it manifests in an academic institution. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss actionable ways to apply their learning to impact change and mitigate the impacts of racism in their spaces.

March 21 | 10 a.m. - noon
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April 10 | 10 a.m. - noon
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May 16 | 1 - 3 p.m.
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June 11 | 10 a.m. - noon
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For faculty and staff

This interactive, introductory workshop will help you and your team gain a deeper understanding of 2SLGBTQ+ communities and how to begin fostering more affirming spaces at work (and beyond). You will learn common terms used by and for 2SLGBTQ+ folks and discuss the importance of using and respecting people’s pronouns. You will learn about discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression and explore best practices for allyship to 2SLGBTQ+ communities. This interactive learning environment centers applied learning and practical tools for creating meaningful change in your workplaces and beyond.

April 23 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.
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May 8 | 10 - 11:30 a.m.
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The Queer Safe Space will be a place where queer students can relax and socialize with other students, but it will also be a place where the society can carry on events, give out resources and information on UNB’s queer initiatives. Drop-in, registration not required.

 

March 25 | 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Oland Hall, Rm. 120


The BIPOC Unity Lounge Drop In is a bi-campus social and community gathering open to all self-identified BIPOC students, faculty and staff. UNB first had an online chat facilitated by international student advisor Hillary Nguyen. In 2024, this initiative was revitalized for in-person gatherings with the Human Rights and Equity Office and advocate and cultural educator, Saa Andrew.

These gatherings will focus on community support, encouragement, positive affirmations and self-discovery. This space is intended for togetherness, sharing of ideas and providing BIPOC members with a safe space and opportunity to discuss the things that are most important to them and their communities. Registration is not required for attendance but helps with planning for food and beverages. Attendees are welcome to bring their children if childcare is an issue.

Fredericton Campus

March 15 | 6 - 8 p.m.
HIL Innovation Hub
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April 12 | 1 - 3 p.m.
HIL Innovation Hub
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Saint John Campus

March 21 | noon - 1 p.m.
Oland Hall, Rm. 120
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April 9 | noon - 1 p.m.
Oland Hall, Rm. 120
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Accessible assessment and evaluation

This workshop explores how planning for accessibility contributes to valid assessment and evaluation and progressive and relevant course alignment. We will discuss and apply principles of universal design for learning and engage in creative problem-solving around typical constraints associated with assessment and evaluation in post-secondary contexts.

Bio: Dr. Maureen Connolly is a professor of physical education and kinesiology at Brock University with 30-plus years working with inclusive and adaptive programming in post-secondary contexts. She is a 3M National Fellow (2003) and has coordinated numerous initiatives relating to EDI and anti-ableism.

April 19 | 2 - 3:30 p.m.
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Disability 101

Presented by the Human Rights and Equity Office, this session will introduce participants to concepts, theories and best practices relating to disability and inclusion.

May 28 | 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
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