Events

 

The Office of EDIB Collective Action Learning Hub Series 

Join the EDIB Collective Action Learning Hub Series! These workshops, hosted by the Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging, aim to foster understanding, inclusivity, and a supportive community. Open to Humber faculty, administrative, and support staff, sessions are available in both in-person and virtual formats. 

Fall Workshops:

  1. What Happens When EDIB Meets Emotional Intelligence 

  2. Inclusive Mindset for Committed Allies 

  3. Inclusive Leadership: Driving Accountability and Cultivating Inclusive Culture 

  4. EDIB In a New Normal: Embracing Gentelligence Paradigms 

What Happens When EDIB Meets Emotional Intelligence?  

This interactive workshop is designed to help post-secondary staff and faculty deepen their understanding of Emotional Intelligence (EI) as a critical tool for fostering inclusive, equitable, and supportive campus environments. Through self-reflection and discussion, this session will explore how empathy, self-awareness, and emotional regulation can be leveraged to enhance classroom interactions, address implicit biases, and support the well-being of students and staff. 

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Understanding EI in Higher Education: Use Emotional Intelligence to promote empathy and inclusion in daily interactions in higher education/at Humber. 

  • Empathy and Bias Awareness: Explore strategies to identify and challenge intersectional biases and develop self-awareness. 

  • Inclusive Student Engagement: Gain practical tips for using EI to support diverse students and colleagues.  

  • Inclusive Relationship Management: Develop tools for responsive and inclusive relationship management

     

Next Offering:

  • VIRTUAL on Thursday, October 17th, 2024, at 11:30 AM - REGISTER HERE 

Inclusive Mindset for Committed Allies 

Through dynamic discussions and practical exercises, you’ll explore the principles of allyship, reflect on how you can better support students and colleagues, and walk away with actionable strategies to create equitable and welcoming spaces across campus. Better understanding of personal and institutional biases is integral to developing an inclusive mindset. As committed allies we can work together to build a culture of open communication and accountability. This is your opportunity to actively contribute to a more inclusive academic community! 

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Cultivate an Inclusive Mindset: Identify and address personal and institutional biases, and integrate inclusive practices into teaching, service, and operational processes. 

  • Practice Active Allyship: Understand and apply the core principles of allyship to create equitable and supportive environments for both students and colleagues in academic and operational roles and recognize your role in fostering an inclusive and psychologically safe environment for the Humber community. 

  • Challenge Bias and Promote Equity: Develop skills to engage in active allyship by effectively calling in or calling out behaviors and practices that undermine inclusion, fostering respectful dialogue and accountability.

     

Next Offering: 

  • IN-PERSON on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024, at 12:30 PM - REGISTER HERE

Inclusive Leadership: Driving Accountability and Cultivating Inclusive Culture  

Inclusive Leadership practices can empower leaders within post-secondary institutions to actively drive Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability. Participants will learn practical strategies to cultivate an inclusive organizational culture, where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but leveraged for institutional success. This session will focus on creating systems of accountability for EDIB goals, building trust through transparent leadership, and integrating inclusive practices into everyday decision-making. 

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Cultivate an Inclusive Leadership Mindset: Understand the core principles of inclusive leadership and how to embed them into daily practices, ensuring that diverse voices are heard and valued across all levels of the institution. 

  • Drive Organizational Accountability for EDIB:  Learn how to establish clear metrics, goals, and accountability mechanisms that support EDIB initiatives and ensure progress is measurable and sustainable across the organization. 

  • Foster an Inclusive Culture: Explore strategies for creating a campus culture where inclusion is deeply embedded, and where leadership actively supports and models behaviors that promote equity, belonging, and organizational growth.

 

Next Offerings: 

  • IN-PERSON on Thursday, November 14th, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. – REGISTRATION COMING SOON 

  • VIRTUAL on Friday, November 15th, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. – REGISTRATION COMING SOON 

EDIB In a New Normal: Embracing Gentelligence Paradigms   

As we navigate a rapidly changing world, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) remain essential pillars in shaping the future of post-secondary education. This workshop focuses on fostering inclusive communities by leveraging Gentelligence—the strategic use of generational diversity to promote innovation, empathy, and collaboration. Participants will explore how different generational perspectives can enhance learning and operational environments, creating a more adaptable, inclusive, and equitable campus. Through reflective exercises and discussions, this session will equip faculty and staff with tools to use generational intelligence to support EDIB initiatives in this evolving educational landscape. 

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Understand Gentelligence in the Context of EDIB: Learn how to recognize and leverage the strengths of generational diversity to promote a more inclusive and equitable academic community, benefiting both teaching and operational practices.  

  • Foster Cross-Generational Collaboration: Develop strategies for fostering empathy, collaboration, and mutual respect across generations. 

  • Advance EDIB in a New Normal: Explore how generational intelligence can be applied to support and advance EDIB initiatives, ensuring that inclusivity remains a core focus in adapting to post-pandemic educational environments. 

 

Next Offerings: 

  • IN-PERSON on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, at 11:30 AM – REGISTER HERE

  • VIRTUAL on Thursday, November 28th, 2024, at 11:30 AM – REGISTER HERE

Coming up in Winter 2025! 

  • Team Cohesion and EDIB: Essentials for Effective Team Collaboration 

  • Decolonizing Wellness in EDIB 

  • AI and EDIB: Leveraging Technology for Inclusive Progress  

 

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