Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility (EDIA) Community of Practice

In regular meetings held over the academic year, we’ll discuss practical and theoretical issues related to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the University of Manitoba and beyond. Sessions include a mixture of idea-sharing and small-group discussion, to encourage everyone to share their knowledge and expertise, and learn from each other.

Come together with other UM students, staff, and faculty to:

• explore ideas and actions on a range of topics connected to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and more
• build relationships with others who are passionate about transformative change
• brainstorm new practices and processes to align with strategic goals and visions
• share successes and struggles with initiatives and actions we’re taking

Sharing Session: “Our Goals and Challenges with EDIA Work”

October 8, 2026 
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 
online
Facilitator: Robin Attas, EDIA Specialist, Division of Extended Education

In this EDIA CoP “Sharing Session”, you’ll engage in facilitated small-group discussions with other members of the UM EDIA CoP community. Together, you’ll explore your goals for the work you’re doing related to EDIA in the upcoming year, and brainstorm strategies for existing or potential challenges that you’re facing. By attending this session, you’ll meet other folks across the University engaged in EDIA work in different ways and get valuable feedback and inspiration for your own work this academic year.

Register to attend the EDIA Community of Practice sharing session

Universal Design Approaches

November 20, 2026 
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. 
online 
Presenters: Jennifer Doering (Instructor, Biological Sciences), Johnathan Bevan (Educational Developer, Centre for The Advancement of Teaching and Learning), Angie Conrad (Anti-Ableism and Age-Inclusivity Specialist)

Universal Design is an approach to design that seeks to create inclusive physical, cognitive and social environments for a wide range of human diversity. This workshop will provide attendees with foundational knowledge of Universal Design and explore how they can apply it in their own context.

Register to attend the Universal Design Approaches session

To register, please log in using your University of Manitoba single sign-on (SSO) credentials. Once logged in, navigate to “Sessions” tab to reserve your seat. If you have any difficulty, please contact provost.communications@umanitoba.ca

Everyone who registers will also be invited to join the EDIA Community of Practice Microsoft Team, so that conversations and sharing can continue between sessions.