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ARCDO Celebrates Asian Heritage Month!
The Government of Canada officially declared May as Asian Heritage Month in 2002, but it has been celebrated across Canada since the 1990s. The University joins in recognizing and celebrating the contributions that Asian communities have made to Canadian history, heritage and identity.
If you require accommodation, please email Saimah Baig directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.
May 24, 2023 • 10:00 am- 11:30 am
Understanding Anti-Asian Racism: Conversations and Strategies for Change in Higher Education
Event objectives:
- Deepen awareness of various manifestations of anti-Asian racism experienced by Asian and Asian Canadian communities, which have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic;
- Understand and discuss the impact of pervasive myths and/or stereotypes such as the “model minority myth”, experienced by Asian communities, and the relationship with intersecting systems of discrimination;
- Explore and share strategies to advance EDI and antiracism systems change work to address anti-Asian racism within higher education.
Opening Remarks:
Vikram Chadalawada (he/him)
Assistant Director, Student Information Systems
Governor and Chair, University Affairs Board – Governing Council
Co-Chair, Anti-Asian Racism Working Group
University of Toronto
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Introduction of Keynote Speaker:
Reshma Dhrodia MA, MSW, RSW (she/her)
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Director
Faculty of Music, University of Toronto
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Keynote Presentation:
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Henry Yu (he/him)
Associate Professor, Department of History
University of British Columbia
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Moderator
Professor Carol Chin (she/her)
Principal, Woodsworth College
Associate Professor, Department of History
Co-Chair, Anti-Asian Racism Working Group
University of Toronto
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Format: Keynote presentation followed by a moderated Q & A.
Platform: Virtual – Zoom Platform. Accessibility information for Zoom. Live captioning will be available to all participants during the event.
Audience: Faculty, Staff, Students and External Community
Cost: Free
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ARCDO invites members of the University of Toronto to join us for additional programming in recognition of Asian Heritage Month.
May 30, 2023 • 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (new time)
Rejuv Movement Session
A 1-hour restorative movement session that is done to a slow to medium pace. Blending Indian classical dance gestures, breath and self-reflexology, this class is designed to bring participants to a state of balance, deep relaxation and allow their mind and body to restore. Participants will leave feeling a sense of renewal, release and restoration.
Facilitator
Reshmi Chetram (she/her)
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Location:
Multi-Faith Centre
Main Activity Hall
2nd Floor, Room KP208
569 Spadina Avenue
Note: Please note only 50 spots are available for this space.
Format: In-Person
Audience: Students, staff, and faculty at the University of Toronto who identify as members of Asian community.
Cost: Free
Optional Materials: Water, yoga mat, journal, anything that supports your practice that day.
May 1, 2023 • 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Disrupting Anti-Asian Racism: Tools for Change
Learning Objectives:
- Explore and discuss the historical and current-day realities of anti-Asian racism;
- Deepen understanding of how anti-Asian racism interacts with other forms of discrimination;
- Share strategies and resources to identify and address anti-Asian racism in working and learning environments.
Facilitator
Maria Lo (she/her)
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Format: Virtual – Zoom Platform. Accessibility information for Zoom.
Audience: Students, staff, and faculty at the University of Toronto.
Cost: Free
Note: Students must use their University of Toronto email address to register.
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May 9, 2023 • 10:30 am- 12:00 pm
Restorative Art Therapy for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) Community & Their Allies
This is a virtual art therapy workshop with a focus on marginalization, racism, inner strength, restoration, and solidarity for the Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) community and its allies at the University of Toronto. Facilitated by Ashley Kwan and Phuong Nguyen , the workshop is a space for checking in with yourself and your community – to support and to feel supported.
Format: Virtual – Zoom Platform. Accessibility information for Zoom.
Audience: Students, staff, and faculty at the University of Toronto who identify as members of Asian community and allies.
Cost: Free
Optional Materials: Paper, pencils, coloured art supplies (markers, pencil crayon, watercolours, etc.).
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