A big thank you to the speakers, volunteers, organizers, and participants that contributed to a successful IWAU 2021!
November 17
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Opening & Art Activities
1 pm - 2:30 pm
Bentley Centre, UNBC
Join us in kicking off IWAU 2021! Hear from the IWAU co-founders, Annie Booth and Zoë Meletis, as well as UNBC President Geoff Payne. Then enjoy a performance from the Khast'an Drummers while decorating your own feminist t-shirt!
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Panel & Discussion
3 pm - 5pm
Canfor Theatre, UNBC & Online
Join Jennifer-Lee Koble and Jennifer Dehoney for a panel and discussion in the Canfor Theatre or online on anti-Indigenous racism and how to be an ally to Indigenous peoples.
Zoom ID: 672 2557 8494
Passcode: 129262
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How to Raise a Feminist Son
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Online
In the months since the launch of her new book, How to Raise a Feminist Son: Motherhood, Masculinity, and the Making of My Family, Sonora Jha has been surprised to receive heartfelt notes from men about their desire for an alternative, gentler masculinity. Join us in a conversation about how raising feminist men is an act of love and compassion toward them
November 18
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Pro-Choice Rally
8 am - 5 pm
15th Ave, adjacent to UHNBC
Socially distanced rally — bring signs, masks, and dress warmly!
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Snowga
10 am - 11 am
Wabooz Garden, UNBC
Join Cynthia from Borealis Yoga for yoga in the snow.
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Fundamentals of Anti-Oppression
12 pm - 2 pm
Online Zoom
Join Bakau Consulting for a fundamental-level EDI workshop.
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Feminist Stitch and Bitch
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Online
Join in to listen to feminist podcasts and make crafts.
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ART in response to Gender Roles + Toxic Masculinity
3 pm - 4 pm
Two Rivers Gallery
Join us in a discussion about ART in Response to Gender Roles and Toxic Masculinity, inspired by Clint Neufeld, at Two Rivers Gallery.
Limit 20 people. Sign up at the link below OR by calling 250-614-7800.
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Billy Ray Belcourt
7 pm - 9 pm
Online
Writer's talk and Q&A.
November 19
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Fundamentals of Gender and Sexuality
8:30 am - 10:30 am
Online Zoom
Join Bakau Consulting for a fundamental-level EDI workshop.
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Global Fridays
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Online Zoom
Join author of Memoirs of a Wildcat, Mary Tidlund in discussing her career path from oil & gas entrepreneur to global philanthropist.
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The Art of Mentoring Panel
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Room 5-158, UNBC
A panel discussion on the importance of mentoring for professionals. Panelists include Joyce Henley, Sarah Atkinson, Heidi Yang, & Dr. Denise Mackey. Held at UNBC in room 5-158.
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Reconciliation in Planning
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Room 8-164, UNBC & Online at: https://bit.ly/2ZKEgAW
Talk by Sarah Atkinson, MCIP, on PIBC's Reconciliation in Planning Committee. Review and recommendations of TRC Final Report.
November 20
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Disclosure Film
1 pm - 3 pm
Online
Watch the film Disclosure on Netflix anytime before November 20th then join us for a discussion!
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Free Being Me: Self-Confidence Workshop
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
PGPL, Bob Harkins Branch
Around the world, people are valued for many different reasons and beauty is defined in many different ways. In this program, participants take part in fun activities that encourage them to recognize their strengths that aren’t tied to appearance and to create their own version of what it means to be “beautiful”. For ages 8-12.
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Book Launch Party - POSTPONED
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Omineca Arts Centre
Postponed due to climate emergency in the Lower Mainland.
Launch of The Answer to Everything, Selected Poems of Ken Belford, with readings by Rob Budde, Si Transken, and friends.
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#MeToo Fieldwork
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
The Gathering Place, UNBC
This event aims to foster an open dialogue surrounding gendered sexual violence in research contexts. We will loosely follow workshop materials from the #MeTooAnthro group and draw on our own professional work and research on sexual violence and fieldwork.
November 22
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Inclusive Language and Anti-Oppressive Communication
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Zoom Online
Intermediate EDI workshop. A fundamental session or equivalent is needed in order to participate.
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Mentoring Lunch
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Bentley Centre, UNBC
Write a letter to a favourite mentor as you grab your lunch to go.
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Snowga
2 pm - 3 pm
Wabooz Garden, UNBC
Join Cynthia from Borealis Yoga for yoga in the snow!
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Embodied Books
5 pm - 6pm
PGPL
Join Dr. Darian Goldin Stahl at the PGPL to discuss art, books, and experiences with healthcare, illness, disability, caretaking, and other health topics. 18+.
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Ready, Set, Write, Make!
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Makerie
An exciting event at the Makerie where audience members race to create poems, prose, or art prompted by fellow attendees. Must RSVP at iwau@unbc.ca by Nov. 20th.
November 23
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Scarlet Tide Brigade
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Online
Menstruaters DIY: Come make your own reusable pad! Pick up supplies at the Northern Women’s Centre beforehand and follow along online.
Register by emailing empower@unbc.ca.
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Beaded Flowers on Denim
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Two Rivers Gallery
Denim was a staple of men's workwear in the 1800s, now everyone from masc to femme rocks it! Join us to personalize your denim with a flower bead patch at the TRG.
Limit 20 people. Sign up by clicking the button OR by calling 250-614-7800.
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Disrupting Unconscious Bias
1 pm - 3 pm
Online Zoom
Intermediate EDI workshop. A fundamental level or equivalent is needed to participate.
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Toby Sharp: A Buzz in His Hub
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Online Zoom
Join drag kings Toby and Derek for a workshop/satire on innovation, creativity, and real estate. Toby Sharp is an urban thinker, researcher and director of the Toby Sharp Hub for Creativity, Innovation, and Cross Pollination.
Join the event to learn how to push back against exclusionary, divisive, and elitist urban practices using the arts and creative venues.
Zoom Meeting ID: 644 8388 7447
Passcode: 694092
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Woman in Motion Film
6:00 pm - 7:30pm
Online
Watch the film Woman In Motion anytime between November 16 and 23 at this link:
Password: IWAU2021
Join us on November 23 for a discussion!
November 24
Commemorative Ceremony
11 am - 1 pm
Online
Gather to mark the anniversary of the Montreal Massacre and to recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Hosted by the Northern Women’s Centre and the CNC Women and Gender Equity Committee.