Welcome to the St. George Local Chapter of Connections and Conversations!
Connections and Conversations is a staff-driven initiative that provides a supportive network for Indigenous, Black, and racialized employees at U of T. The St. George chapter hosts monthly meetings (currently virtual) as well as special events throughout the year. We value building community and creating brave spaces for honest dialogue and meaningful learning opportunities that promote equity and inclusion.
The St. George chapter:
- Offers professional development opportunities to support our members in navigating and advancing within the University
- Fosters a space for sharing experiences, de-stressing, and socializing, which facilitates peer-to-peer connection, informal mentorship and increases sense of belonging
- Provides a forum for effective communication and information-sharing on issues affecting racialized and Indigenous members
- Advocates for resources and support to address individual and systemic challenges faced by members
Meetings & Event Schedule
The group hosts discussion panels, guest presenters and social events every month.
Send an e-mail to join the listserv and stay in the loop about upcoming meetings and related events.
Contact: connectionsandconversations@utoronto.ca
We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event!
2025-2026 Executive Members
Jewel Amoah
Assistant Dean, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Faculty of Architecture, Landscape & Design
Valene Cardoso
Assistant Registrar, Admissions
OISE Registrar’s Office & Student Experience
Amandeep Chohan
Associate Director, Student Life
Rotman Commerce
Devonnia Miller
Executive Assistant to the CAO
Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Dunya Mojadiddi
Family Care Advisor & Education & Communications Coordinator
Family Care Office