Learn how to make your workplace an inclusive and safe space.
Discover key findings from the Work-Learn Institute’s latest research on students from equity-deserving groups in co-op programs.
Hear first-hand from students about the barriers they face in their work-integrated learning experiences, from applying for jobs to completing work terms.
In this webinar, you will learn about:
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Common systematic barriers in the workplace faced by equity-deserving students in the workplace.
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Actionable strategies to enhance equity in recruitment and support throughout work terms.
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Fostering an inclusive work culture that is sensitive and supportive to equity-deserving students.
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SPEAKERS
Anne-Marie Fannon
Director, Work-Learn Institute
University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ
Anne-Marie FannonÌýsets the research and innovation agenda for the WxL team. Anne-Marie is passionate about leveraging WxL’s research insights to inform the practice and pedagogy of WIL.
Anushka Ashish Kuwar
Research Assistant, Work-Learn Institute
Anushka graduated from the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and is currently working as a research assistant at the Work-Learn Institute. During her undergrad, she worked as a research assistant in diverse settings and is now using those skills to pursue a career in clinical psychology.
Veronica Nhio-son
Equity Deserving Group Presenter, University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ
Veronica has worked for over five years in social disparity advocacy, both in her Master of Climate change and Bachelor of Environmental Studies at the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ. She is keen on fostering decolonized spaces to honour diverse intersectional perspectives.