Children and youth with autism and intellectual disabilities are statistically the least likely to meet physical activity guidelines. “It isn’t because of the individual,” said Connor Murphy, fourth-year kinesiology student in the Faculty of He …
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
Black Dental Students Association builds community at Schulich
Newly created group supports and advocates for Black students, aspiring dentists
Engaging Black youth to improve access to mental health services
PhD candidate Petra Owusu’s community-based research identifies barriers, addresses lack of race-based data in Canada
Cameron Bailey shares insights on Black excellence, leadership with Western students
Western grad and chief executive of TIFF spoke about his journey ‘leading while Black’
Black student leaders gain health care experience through hospital placement
Western Black Leadership University Experience provides opportunities to develop leadership skills and work with community organizations
MD student brings mentorship to diverse med school applicants
Maud Ahmad created a free program to guide equity-deserving students interested in medicine
Nurturing an inclusive culture: Western named a top Canadian employer for diversity
University makes Forbes’ list of 200 organizations leading the way in their workplaces
Western News looks back: Celebrating 2024
Marking accomplishments and accolades across the university from the past 12 months
‘Change beyond the campus gates:’ Western-developed training purchased by City of London
Online education about antisemitism and Islamophobia developed by Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
‘For the betterment of all:’ Western launches strategic plan to guide equity, diversity, inclusion, decolonization and accessibility work
Plan focuses on belonging and ensuring everyone can reach their full potential
Western law student gains experience, knowledge at HIV Legal Network
Nadia Fyfe found mentorship, opportunity and ‘invaluable feedback’ in summer placement
‘Found my community:’ Naomi Ngobila finds opportunity, belonging at Western
Western Fund connects students with knowledge, experience and skills needed to become leaders
Expert explainer: What is hidden curriculum, and why does it matter?
Award-winning Western professor shares insights into a source of inequity among learners