Pride month began in June 1969 to mark the anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising in New York City, where 2SLGBTQQIPA+ people fought against police harassment and discriminatory laws. In June cities all around the world celebrate Pride to acknowledge the 2SLGBTQQIPA+community and to stand up against discrimination and violence toward 2SLGBTQQIPA+ people.
Algoma U will be celebrating Pride throughout June and into July and will be raising the Pride Flags on all three campuses on June 28. Stay tuned for more information about many community events, such as the Pride event led by the City of Brampton in partnership with the School of Business and Economics and the EDI 2SLGBTQQIPA+ working group. June 11 – Lunch & Learn with MOYO HCS and panel discussion curated by Algoma University.
To attend the session, register here.
Creating Safer Spaces in partnership with the Algoma University 2SLGBTQQIPA+
To celebrate Pride Week 2021 the School of Business and Economics in partnership with the Algoma University 2SLGBTQQIPA+ Working Group is hosting a panel discussion: Creating Safer Spaces. This panel of 2SLGBTQQIPA+ community members will include conversations about allyship and building safer, more inclusive spaces. Learn more here.
Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony (Updated June 29, 2021)
In June cities all around the world celebrate Pride to acknowledge the 2SLGBTQQIPA+ community rights and to stand up against discrimination and violence toward 2SLGBTQQIPA+ community. At Algoma University, our students, faculty, and staff are our greatest assets, and we are continuing to foster a diverse community founded in respect and inclusion. This year Algoma U will be celebrating Pride throughout June and into July. We will also be raising the Pride Flag on the main campus on June 28 at 9 am.
Live stream available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_GzPwRXqyc&t=1703s
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