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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at SFU: March 2025 in Review
We continue our work towards operationalizing SFU鈥檚 value of equity and belonging to ensure an SFU where all can thrive. Here is a snapshot of the work underway this month.
Dedicated Child/Infant Feeding Spaces
To help nursing and new parents balance learning and work environments and parenting responsibilities, SFU provides dedicated spaces, resources and supports.
SFU鈥檚 new infant/child feeding room at the Vancouver Campus is now open, providing a private, comfortable space for parents who need a place to feed their child while on campus. More information can be found in our Family Services webpage, which consolidates all family-related services/resources available at SFU in one convenient place.
Equity Forum
On March 12, the third SFU Equity Forum was held in collaboration with the Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue and the EDI Community of Practice, to create spaces for dialogue on current issues impacting the SFU community related to equity, diversity and inclusion. This event brought together staff and faculty at SFU who have been identified as equity champions, to discuss various perspectives on upholding our institutional and legal commitments. Participants shared their stories and identified opportunities to collaborate and support work in progress across the university.
SFU welcomes inaugural Black Student Centre Associate Director Daniel Sheriff
SFU is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Sheriff, EdD as the inaugural Associate Director of the university鈥檚 Black Student Centre (BSC). Building on decades of experience across the public, private and non-profit sectors, Daniel will oversee the BSC鈥檚 programming, service delivery and operations.
Although establishing a permanent space for the Black Student Centre is a complex and ongoing process, this new role marks a significant step forward in realizing the vision advocated for by many Black students, staff, faculty and community members at SFU. Learn more about Daniel.
2024 Staff Achievement Awards: Equity and Belonging Recipients
Each year, the Staff Achievement Awards recognize outstanding staff who embody SFU values and have made notable efforts towards transforming the SFU experience. The two award recipients for the Equity and Belonging category this year are Tess Williams and Griffin Tedeschini. Thank you to Tess and Griffin for working to create an inclusive, supportive and affirming community at SFU where all can thrive. Read more about the Staff Achievement Award recipients here.
Days of Significance
Days and months of significance are a way to raise awareness and action about historical, cultural and equitable practices that will help create a more inclusive and just society. A list of days of significance in March is noted on our resource list.
SFU recognized the and shared resources to help our community stand together against racism. See the updated webpage and take action to support equity-deserving groups and individuals at SFU.
To view provincial/national holidays and important dates related to the academic year, please visit the Student Services website. To view dates related to major religious observances and holy days, please visit the Multifaith Centre website.
EDI-Related Supports
SFU is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive community for all. Important work is being undertaken by our Equity Office to ensure that SFU is a safe and welcoming space for all students, faculty and staff, including actively updating and sharing resources for those experiencing antisemitism or Islamophobia. Please see our list of identity-based supports and reach out if you need help. For all other supports, please visit our community supports page.