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Invisible Disabilities Week: October 19-25

Invisible Disabilities Week: October 19-25

What is an invisible disability? Not every disability is obvious or visible from the outside. Some physical, mental, or neurological conditions impact people’s movements, senses, or activities but are not symptoms that can be seen by others. Debilitating pain, fatigue, dizziness, cognitive dysfunctions, brain injuries, learning differences, mental health disorders, and hearing and vision impairments […]

“The Life of a Writer” – A Conversation with UBC Library’s Writer-in-Residence Evelyn Lau

“The Life of a Writer” – A Conversation with UBC Library’s Writer-in-Residence Evelyn Lau

Peña Room (Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, Level 3)

Date & Time: Thursday, October 16 – 3.00-4.00PM PT

EDI Scholars-in-Residence: Disabled and Proud Cohort — Month 1
A Conversation with UBC Library’s Writer-in-Residence, Evelyn Lau

A Conversation with UBC Library’s Writer-in-Residence, Evelyn Lau

UBC Library Writer-in-Residence for 2025/2026

Gender Equality Week: September 22-28

Gender Equality Week: September 22-28

In Canada, Gender Equality Week takes place the fourth week of September. Gender Equality Week was created based on the Gender Equality Week Act in June of 2018 and has been celebrated each following year. This week celebrates achievements in advancing gender equality, especially contributions by women and gender diverse communities. Gender equality goes beyond […]

EDI Scholars-in-Residence: Disability Allies Cohort — Month 1
UBC Library’s Writer-in-Residence program: Twisted Poets Literary Salon featuring Evelyn Lau
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Scholars-in-Residence Program 2025/2026

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Scholars-in-Residence Program 2025/2026

Featuring Dr. Jennifer Gagnon and Dana-Lyn Mackenzie

UBC Library Mentorship Program

UBC Library Mentorship Program

The UBC Library–iSchool Mentorship Program is the first initiative of its kind in Canada.  The deadline is September 30, 2025.