EDI Related News
Beyond backlash: how feeling threatened by diversity can trigger positive change
Studies have shown that fostering diversity at organizations through EDI programs can come with a steep cost, as employees from dominant groups often ...
Experts leverage the power of behavioural insights and joy to tackle urgent crises
On November 1, 2024, the BIG Difference BC conference convened for its seventh edition. This year, industry and government experts and researchers gat...
Leading by example: UBC Sauder’s Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics finds new ways to advance equity, diversity and inclusion
The Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics at the UBC Sauder School of Business promotes ethical business practices in Canada – including equity,...
Dhillon Centre Distinguished Fellow Dr. Carol Liao recognized by Canada’s Clean50 for contributions towards business sustainability
This past week marked the announcement that Dr. Carol Liao, Distinguished Fellow at UBC Sauder’s Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics, has been...
Many people have biased perceptions of EDI leaders: study
For the past decade, companies across North America have paid more attention to supporting equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). This has prompted ma...
Television network and streaming service OUTtv supports 2SLGBTQIA+ students through new Bachelor of Commerce award
Awards totalling $5,000 have been made available annually through a new gift from OUTtv for students in the UBC Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) program wh...
EDI Catalyst Research grant: Empowering academics to study diversity and inclusion in corporations
The EDI Catalyst Research grant funding is helping academics pursue cutting-edge research that can have practical implications in the industry. Over t...
Finding the Nerve to Lead: A Conversation on Women in Leadership
Find out from two of Canada’s most accomplished leaders, Drs. Martha Piper and Indira Samarasekera, as they share their candid, smart and insightful a...
Celebrating Black History Month | Perspectives on leadership, mentorship, and career trajectories
February is Black History Month and we’re celebrating Black students and alumni who have played integral roles in shaping the UBC Sauder community. In...