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CARBLOAD is a monthly pizza lunch hosted by and for 2SLGBTQ+ faculty, staff and students. Some weeks the group engages in team building activities, other weeks they bring in alumni guest speakers to share their experiences from coming out to navigating their career. There is no membership, simply an open invitation to come as you are, connect with others, and enjoy some complex carbohydrates.

To find out more or get involved, please contact:

Gouri Chhibber
gouri.chhibber@cus.ca 

Isabel Sibaja
isabel.sibaja@cus.ca

Ch’nook is a unique initiative founded by the UBC Sauder School of Business to support the needs of sustainable economic development in Indigenous communities. By providing business knowledge and leadership skills to Indigenous communities Ch’nook helps strengthen the Indigenous economy. Our programs focus on developing leadership and management skills needed for business success and economic independence. We provide high-level educational opportunities to students requiring the knowledge needed to compete in tomorrow’s world. Ch’nook works with community, business and academic partners to support students in achieving their educational goal in management and business.

For General Inquiries about Ch'nook programs, please contact us:

Ch'nook Indigenous Business Education
UBC Sauder School of Business
Tel: 604.822.0988 | Fax: 604.827.4417
E-mail: chnookadmin@ch-nook.ubc.ca
https://www.sauder.ubc.ca/programs/chnook-aboriginal-education

CUS Sexual Violence Prevention (SVP) Commission is a student organization that focuses on promoting a culture of consent within the CUS and the UBC Sauder community. Our vision is to engage students and empower survivors through ongoing education, activism, and open dialogue on matters pertaining to sexual violence and consent. We aim to destigmatize conversations around sexual violence prevention.

To find out more or get involved, please contact:

CUS SVPRO Chair - Yunkie Xie: yunke.xie@cus.ca

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cus.svp/

The CUS is one of the largest undergraduate business school organizations in Canada. Guided by the pillars of personal, professional, and academic success, the CUS supports members through initiatives, services and clubs that host networking events, workshops, conferences, case competitions and many more. The CUS strives to build an inclusive community where students feel empowered to discover their own journeys and unique experiences within the CUS and throughout their university years at UBC Sauder. CUS Equity and Inclusion was born for the need within the CUS to expand inclusion efforts at a student level, building off of new initiatives around consent culture at UBC Sauder. For CUS Equity and Inclusion, the hope is to start building a resource that would last beyond us, bringing diverse and inclusive ideas of business into UBC Sauder. Over time, we hope to build more and more resources for the students of UBC Sauder and find more ways to highlight the diverse paths and experiences of people in business.

To find out more or get involved, please contact:

Devesh Puar
devesh.puar@cus.ca 

Tiffany Siu
tiffany.siu@cus.ca

CUS Equity & Inclusion Instagram home page: https://www.instagram.com/cusequityinclusion/

Also check out:

• Personal resources for well-being https://www.cus.ca/personal
• CUS Affiliated Service, Events, and Clubs https://www.cus.ca/get-to-know/

Sauder International Student Association (SISA) is a student run community that aims to create a "home away from home" for all Sauder students. Our mission is to establish a welcoming environment for every student, no matter where you come from. Through a diverse range of monthly events, we strive to foster meaningful connections, promote cultural exchange, and create lasting friendships. We offer opportunities for students to share and celebrate their food, language, and culture. This past year, we hosted a free International Networking Night inviting mentors from various industries all around the world. We hope to continue creating opportunities for students to meet likeminded individuals and network with others who are also "away from home". 

To find out more, follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ubcsisa/

The Indigenous Business Association is a student-run AMS-affiliated club aiming to provide students (predominantly those enrolled in the UBC Sauder School of Business, though other faculties welcome) with the chance to have new opportunities, grow their network, engage in events, and find a home away from home. As we all know, the Indigenous community faces many hardships, both past and present, in the economic world and otherwise. With IBA, we hope to help in the initiative to reduce barriers and set students up for success through their educational and professional journey here at UBC. IBA also provides students with an environment where students can engage in activities - some with cultural significance - in hopes to help decolonize and revitalize the environment within the UBC Sauder and UBC community. Some activities sanctioned by IBA include, but are not limited to, collaborations with Indigenous businesses to provide recruitment and networking workshops, tours of UBC Sauder for incoming Indigenous students, mentorship opportunities, bringing in Indigenous entrepreneurs and alumni to talk about their experiences, online resources for students, club socials, conferences, cultural workshops, and more.

To find out more or get involved please contact:

iba.ubc@gmail.com

The UBC Sauder Women in Business Club (WIB) is aimed to provide a supportive community and professional network to women coming from different walks of life. Officially founded in February 2010, WIB’s mission is to encourage more women to take leadership roles especially in previously unconventional industries (for women) such as technology, finance to accelerate gender parity. With its ability to look beyond biases, drive to share opportunities with the deserving, and a resource full of business knowledge, the club provides development opportunities, links to the greater business and social community, and events that bring awareness to MBA students on different topics such as business opportunities and roles, gender stereotypes, upcoming growth challenges, and so on. The club invites business leaders and entrepreneurs from a variety of functional areas to help women navigate through their careers through panel discussions and workshops. The club also provides a platform for women to come together and share their personal challenges and victories by regularly organising 'lean in' circles. Moreover, the club works to bring together not only women but also other genders to act as allies for more diverse and inclusive classes and workplaces.

To find out more or get involved, please visit:

UBC MBA WiB Webpage
http://www.mbasociety.ca/clubs/women-in-business

The UBC Sauder Women Scholars (SWS) Program was established in 2017 to offer support and a sense of community to UBC Sauder graduate students who identify as women (PhD/MSc Students). This is achieved by arranging casual meetups and mentoring sessions with accomplished leaders, including UBC Sauder professors across disciplines and other influential figures from academia and the corporate world.

During these mentoring sessions, leaders share their experiences, which not only enrich the personal and professional lives of the participants but also provide them with access to resources that facilitate the transition from graduate school and position them for success.

Moreover, the program serves as a platform for women scholars to connect with one another and foster meaningful relationships. At these informal gatherings, participants have the opportunity to engage in open discussions and build a supportive network with other women scholars who share similar academic and personal experiences. The aim is to create a safe and inclusive space where individuals can find solidarity and encouragement from one another, strengthening their sense of belonging within the UBC Sauder community.

To find out more or get involved, please contact: 

Xixi Hu
xixi.hu@sauder.ubc.ca

Gabrielle Voiseux
gabrielle.voiseux@sauder.ubc.ca

Cyndia Wang
cyndia.wang@sauder.ubc.ca

The UBC Young Black Professionals (UBC YPB) is committed to professionally empowering all Black students in the UBC community. With a mission to improve career prospects, create awareness, and encourage action, the inclusive efforts of UBC YBP develop and foster a community of resilience. This community welcome students, educators, and innovators committed to achieving professional excellence as it connects Young Black Professionals with resources and relationships with corporate partners. The collaborative club proves scope in professional development, networking, and talent pipelines. UBC YBP strives to be outstanding in Black talent cultivation, community, excellence, and opportunity. Ultimately, our commitment to progressive advancements in the Black Community acts as guidelines for member development.

To find out more or get involved, please contact:

ubcyoungblackprofessionals@gmail.com

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ubc-young-black-professionals

"Young Women in Business UBC (YWiB) is a student-run organization that strives to create a community for all students - no matter their background, faculty, or gender identification - to feel supported and accepted on their journey to personal, professional, and academic development. The club offers students the chance to meet professionals, explore new industries, and make life-long friends. We are passionate about breaking down barriers for marginalized communities entering the business field by hosting educational events, networking evenings, a mentorship program, case and stock pitch competitions, and more! We hope to showcase as many fields and possible career paths as possible and appreciate the support of UBC Sauder to provide resources and meaningful connections with alumni and industry professionals."

To find out more or get involved, please contact:

Genevieve Merz
genevieve.merz@ywib.ca

Renae Clark
renae.clark@ywib.ca

www.instagram.com/ywibubc

Do you run a group or club relevant to EDI at UBC Sauder and don’t see yourself listed here?

Contact katherine.white@sauder.ubc.ca

We’re proud to provide the following grants and funding for research and projects in the EDI space:

• The UBC Sauder EDI Action Fund supports and encourages EDI events, initiatives, and resources that are dreamed up by you—members of our UBC Sauder communities.
• The UBC Sauder EDI Research Catalyst Grant, jointly funded by the Peter P. Dhillon Centre and The Dean's Office offers an opportunity to apply for seed funding for research related to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

To find out more about EDI at UBC, please check out the UBC Equity and Inclusion Webpage here:

• https://equity.ubc.ca/