Around the world BIPOC women have been at the forefront of feminist movements. They’ve demonstrated strength, resistance, bravery, and creativity in the face of oppressive systems. This post introduces three groundbreaking feminist authors and academics whose works are precious and invaluable. Let’s keep reading and learning through the radical works of women of colour! 💜
In honour of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Let’s Talk Women of Colour, the UBC Black Student Union, and the AUS Centre partnered to host a panel discussion on the intersectionality of injustice and how we can confront violence against women of colour.
Together, we reflected on the importance of learning from lived experiences and centering the voices of affected communities to create meaningful, community-rooted solutions. Our panel explored how stereotypes in film and social media continue to normalize and justify violence against marginalized women, and the urgent work still required to ensure Indigenous women, in particular, receive the respect and support they deserve.
Most importantly, we emphasized the need to care for one another and take a community-centred approach to addressing racialized gender-based violence—recognizing that it can happen to anyone, and everyone deserves equal care and dignity.
Spaces like these are essential for destigmatizing racialized violence and building communities grounded in compassion, empathy, and solidarity.
A huge thank you to our panelists—Kory Wilson, Jenna Breuer, and Lindsey Nkem—for sharing your powerful insights. And thank you to the BSU and AUS for your support with logistics and promotion! #internationaldayfortheeliminationofracialdiscrimination #mmiw #antiracism #ubc #intersectionalfeminist
The Strategy team has completed their annual review of the AUS E&I Strategy and have officially released it on our website for public view. We put forth this bill to ensure that the AUS operations are equitable and effectively implement diversity, and inclusion. It outlines the principles, structures, and practices that define a safe and just AUS community. It provides actionable guidelines to empower marginalized groups and ensure that equity and inclusion are embedded across all operations.
The AUS is committed to creating a safe environment for people of all identities and backgrounds, which entails fulfilling the needs of communities including but not limited to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous communities, asylum seekers, racialized communities, and marginalized ethnic, religious, and national groups in club initiatives.
Thus, we ask for feedback from Arts students and the broader community on whether they feel this document accurately captures the principles and values of Arts students experiences. The feedback form and E&I Strategy are linked in our bio and available on our website at www.ubcaus.ca. We value and appreciate your feedback on how we can encapsulate the needs and experiences of marginalized communities better at AUS through its structure, organization, and policies.
Join us for a powerful conversation hosted by Let’s Talk Women of Colour, UBC’s Centre for Arts and the UBC Black Student Union in honour of the International Day of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Featuring experts from UBC, the BC First Nations Justice Council and the Battered Women’s Support Services, gain insight into how women of colour and gender diverse peoples disproportionately experience violence that is often ignored and normalized in society. Understand the structural and cultural forces that perpetuate racialized gender-based violence and learn how to take meaningful action toward equity. Location: 1860 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, Time: March 20th, 5:00-6:30 pm. All genders and ages welcome. RSVP with the Google Form link in our bio. Dress code: Business Casual. Please arrive around 10 minutes early prior to the start of the panel. Snacks will be provided! #endingviolence #antiracism #paneldiscussion #internationaldayoftheeliminationofracialdiscrimination
The AUS extends its support to students and citizens affected by the heavy presence of ICE in the US and Canada. Our student community is incredibly diverse, including many US students that study at UBC, and every student belongs and contributes to the school community. The AUS recognizes that many Canadian provinces are involved with maintaining ICE’s efforts and strongly condemns the operations that threaten the lives of protesters, immigrants, and civilians. The UBC community continues to learn from the courageous protesters whose lives were taken in an effort to silence them. We encourage everyone to stay informed of their rights. 💜
Hi UBC Arts! 💜 February is Black History Month, a time to recognize, celebrate, and acknowledge the history and culture that contributes to our country’s diversity. This month provides us with opportunities to reflect and remember the achievements of Black people and their impact on society. Join us in celebrating Black History Month with these events! RSVP forms to the events are linked in our bio! ⭐️ Follow @ubcbsu and keep an eye out for more events that celebrate black excellence this month and beyond 🤍
📢 BIPOC Community Market Recap! 💜 Thank you to everyone for attending and a special thank you to our vendors and volunteers for making this event possible! ⭐️
Hey UBC students the annual BIPOC Community Market is back again this year! 📢🚨
The AUS, KUS, CUS, and SUS invite you to this exciting event!
🗓️ February 10th, 2026
⏰ 10:00am - 4:00pm
📍 Lower Level, AMS Nest
Make sure to keep a lookout on the Instagrams for a giveaway!
We aim to uplift BIPOC-owned businesses by encouraging students to support them directly, helping build community and advance equity through meaningful support.
✨ Expect art, jewellery app, apparel, stationary, and more! ✨
🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT🚨
We have prepared a giveaway for our upcoming BIPOC market! To win a free gift bundle, make sure to follow the steps shown in the post above!
You can enter by:
1. Liking the post
2. Following @ausequity , @sus.equity , @cus.pride and @kusbipoc
3, Finally, tag a friend in the comments. REMEMBER, one tag = one entry!
Giveaway CLOSES on February 10th, 2026 at 11:59pm and winners will be contacted by February 13. Good luck! 💟
