Humber has identified as its Strategic Priority #7 under Pillar #3, Healthy and Inclusive Community, to continue to build a diverse and inclusive community of exceptional students, faculty, and staff. The specific supporting action is to establish and implement an institutional framework and strategy for equity, diversity and inclusion that addresses the needs of both students and employees.
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) bring together employees who share a common identity, characteristic and set of interests. They create a culture of inclusion that enhances employee engagement and further supports organizations’ vision and values. The Black/African ERG was launched in September 2020 and is one of two ERGs that Humber College currently offers for all eligible staff and faculty. (Source: Catalyst)
On October 25, 2021, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Dr. Tanya O. Williams will speak to members of Black/African ERG, and the objectives for the session are as follows:
- Acknowledging the accomplishments in the first year of the Black/African ERG.
- Providing ways to flourish in the current social and political environment.
- Strategizing ways to foster the longevity of the Black/African ERG.
Humber employees who identify as Black/African and are interested in joining the ERG or attend Dr. Tanya O. Williams’ event are invited to send an email to the Black/African Co-Leads, Shernett Bennet at shernett.bennett@humber.ca or Patricia Suleiman at patricia.suleiman@humber.ca.
