Department of Psychology

Faculty of Arts

EDI Statements of Support

UBC Psychology EDI Committee policy on statements of support

Decision and policy for issuing statements of support concerning events in the world as well as closer to home.

Our Statements

Update: UBC Psychology EDI Committee policy on statements of support

The aim of any statements will be to provide support for Department members’ mental health and wellbeing, to hold space for respectful conversations, and to facilitate dialogue and understanding.

EDI Committee statement on conflict in Israel, Palestine, and surrounding regions

We wish to acknowledge that violence and conflict in Israel, Palestine, and surrounding regions are affecting our community. Some department members have personal ties to these regions or to people experiencing violence or hardship.

Resources and support for the UBC Community amidst geopolitical tensions

The University of British Columbia's Office of the Provost & Vice-President Academic issued an announcement in response to the current geopolitical tensions between Canada and India.