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.
UBC Psychology stands with our 2SLGBTQIA+ students
Our department is a supportive place for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff, and we advocate for policies that safeguard their human rights.
Statement in response to the stabbing incident at UWaterloo
Our department is a supportive place for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff, and we advocate for policies that safeguard their human rights.
Statement on Anti-Asian Racism
We stand in support of our Asian students, postdocs, staff, faculty, affiliates, and community.
Scholar Strike for Racial Justice
We support the scholar strike for racial justice in Canada scheduled to take place September 9 and 10, 2020.
Statement on Anti-Black Racism from our EDI Committee
We stand in solidarity with the Black community at UBC, in Vancouver, and around the world in protest of anti-Black racism, systemic discrimination and police violence.