BPI Community Day 2023
March 30, 2023, 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm
LOCATION
Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre
6163 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
ABOUT THE EVENT
Come join us for an "Inclusive Communication" workshop to foster stronger teams and promote a more respectful work environment within our community. The workshop features interactive group exercises and is open to all BPI-affiliated/friendly researchers, faculty, students, and staff.
After the workshop, a fun-filled evening program will follow with dinner, dance and karaoke. A professional photographer will be available throughout the event to help capture memorable moments. There will be prize draws for winning a $100 gift card.
Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate our diversity, share our knowledge and experiences, and build together a more enriching and inclusive community at BPI!
PROGRAM
PART 1 - 4:00pm - 6:30pm
- Welcome & Intro by Dr. Orlando Rojas, Dana-Lyn Mackenzie, BPI EDI.I Committee
- Land Acknowledgement & Behind Story by Elder Yvonne Rigsby Jones
- EDI.I Workshop - "Inclusive Communication" by Bakau Consulting
PART 2 - 6:30pm - 8:30pm
- Buffet Dinner by Nest Catering
- Dance & Karaoke by DJ Joe Pound
*Please note the program is subject to change.
The Inclusive Communication Workshop will zoom in on language and communication practices that bring teams closer together for more respectful workplaces. This workshop combines media literacy, cultural safety and LGBTQ+ inclusion to dive deep into conversations about inclusive language. Participants can expect to practice with real world scenarios, mind map best practices for communication and discover meaningful ways to foster inclusion with dialogue.
