Current Initiatives
Upcoming Events
May 13th 2:30pm EDI Lecture and Astell Award
2024 UBC Science Rendevzous
Past Events and Initiatives
2023 UBC Science Rendevzous
We can’t change what we don’t see: Unpacking the blind spots around EDI in Higher Ed
Seminar at the 2023 BMB retreat by Dr. Neila Miled
Objectives:
- Identify the major concepts related to EDI
- Recognize Bias, micro-aggressions and power and Privilege
- Discuss strategies to enhance EDI on the individual and organizational level
Dr. Neila Miled is the Anti-Racism Advisor in the Faculty of Medicine Office of Respectful Environments, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. Neila brings academic expertise in anti-racism education, first-hand experience with systemically marginalized and equity -deserving groups, and a social justice and equity lens. Neila is responsible for providing consultation and training to all units of the FoM by developing and delivering collaborative, anti-racist education and skill-building programs in equity, diversity, and inclusion.
