Address the root causes of inequality, discrimination and injustice in B.C. by shifting laws, policies, practices and cultures. We do this work through education, research, advocacy, inquiry and monitoring.
The Commissioner’s first Inquiry looked at the reported rise of hate during the pandemic. The Inquiry explores why hate increased during the pandemic, where hate comes from and what action we can take to stop hate now and in future times of crisis.
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. Dyslexia is one of the most researched learning disabilities and can be detected as early as kindergarten. However, studies show that there is a lack of proven techniques to teach dyslexic children. For more info: https://www.dyslexiacanada.org/
In celebration of National Seniors Day, MOSAIC is hosting a free Multicultural Seniors Day event on Oct.7 from 10:15am-3:00pm. The event will focus on topics such as taking the role of Elders or Sages in the community with pride and agency. Register at:
MOSAIC Multicultural Seniors Day 2023
Celebrating the New Narratives of Aging | Join the party. Be inspired. Have fun. Lunch provided | Performance by the MOSAIC Seniors Choir
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On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour and pay our respects to the stolen children, survivors of residential schools, and communities. Our Office commits to decolonization by supporting Indigenous rights and taking action on past and present injustices.
Great resource @humanrights4BC for researchers & policy advocates.
Sneak peek from 45th @DIVERSEcityBC AGM and Awards of Impact.
Did I cry when accepting my Community Changemaker award? yes.... Did i share my story of the stress of the past weeks and years as a teacher fighting for anti oppression...yes
My message simple,
Estamos entusiasmados con el lanzamiento de las grabaciones de los seminarios virtuales sobre el Código de Derechos Humanos de B.C. en 11 idiomas. (1/2)
SOGI: What is it, and why is it needed? Campaigns of disinformation are a hallmark of hate movements, and B.C. is not immune. SOGI is an established resource that encourages inclusion and safety. For more information on this article, visit:
Protecting our children: SOGI - what is it and why it's needed - Vernon News
Both sides of the SOGI debate say they want the same thing – to protect children.
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When engaging with equity-seeking communities, it is vital to review prior research & consultations so that we move the conversation forward instead of asking people to repeat themselves.
This will be a great resource for scoping, designing and curating learning materials!
This is exceptionally cool and well-timed for #RTK2023
General
October 4, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
We envision a province in which we are all free from inequality, discrimination, and injustice. These free, introductory educational sessions seek to educate the public about B.C.’s Human Rights Code, a human rights law relevant to everyone in the province. These sessions will be held throughout the year and they relate…
General
October 25, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
A workshop from BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner Do you collect or use data about British Columbians in the course of your daily work? Have you ever wondered how governments use that data to help make decisions and set priorities? BCOHRC heard from people across B.C.—particularly those from…
Discrimination
November 15, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Have you ever wondered what systemic discrimination is? Or what its impacts are? And what you can do about it? Join one of our free 90-minute sessions to learn about how systems in our workplaces, organizations and communities can create barriers and harms for certain groups. Learning objectives Through stories…
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