NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion

NSCC Human Rights and Equity Services strives to create an equitable, inclusive, respectful community where every member can thrive, succeed and flourish.

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

We strive to create an inclusive, equitable, respectful College community where every member can thrive, succeed and flourish. Learn more:
https://t.co/r08bc9bQCp

[Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC @NSCCNews]

The @HalifaxPride parade takes place this weekend! Have a connection to NSCC? Join us!

• Saturday, July 16
• Meet on Ahern Avenue, Halifax no later than 11 am. Look for the NSCC float, entry 45.
• Parade begins at 12 noon

Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

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[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

Learn the History. Acknowledge culture and contribution. Honor the relationship.
#indigenouspeoplesday

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

On this day in 1865 the last group of enslaved Black Americans were freed. Junteenth is a celebration of freedom and a day to acknowledge and deepen understanding of our history in slavery and the search for justice, freedom and prosperity for Black and African Nova Scotians.

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

June is Pride month, as we look towards a summer of community, fun, and connection, don't forget the history of pride in Canada and those who paved the way. Queer history here: https://t.co/5zFLBlA6Ql
See you at the parade!!

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

June is National Indigenous History month. This month, we honour Indigenous stories and knowledges that are sacred to the history of Mi'kmaki where we work, live, and play. As treaty beneficiaries we acknowledge the ongoing commitments and work of Truth and Reconciliation. #NIHM

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

This week is National AccessAbility week. Let's keep working together so that everyone is included in our learning and working environments, from the start. #InclusiveFromTheStart

[NSCC Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion @NSCCHumanRights]

NSCC supports you in being your truest self! We uphold the rights of members of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities to be treated equally, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, as we observe International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.

[NS Human Rights @NSHumanRights]

Join us tomorrow for a panel discussion “Through Our Eyes: Reimagining Human Rights in the Fight Against Anti-Black Racism” in recognition of the Int’l Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination in partnership w @hfxpublib & @hfxgov https://t.co/OSR39Mku5K

[African Nova Scotian Affairs @OfficeofANSA]

Today, March 21, we join the international community in honouring the @UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination with the theme - VOICES FOR ACTION AGAINST RACISM: https://t.co/xbwdLXKbcs #FightRacism
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[CMHA Nova Scotia Division @nsCMHA]

Today is International Day for the Elimination of Racism.
Every day, each and every one of us can stand up against racial prejudice and intolerant attitudes. Help us spread the message that a world free of #racism is in our reach

To learn more visit https://t.co/TvolvwCtAa

[Legal Information Society of Nova Scotia (LISNS) @LegalInfoNS]

Register today for our upcoming #webinar on March 30! Click the link to sign up: https://t.co/t0MMo1b3Eh

#freelegalinfo #intimatepartnerviolence #LISNS

[Halifax Public Libraries @hfxpublib]

March 22 at #HalifaxCentral Library and streaming live: A panel discussion centring realities of anti-Black racism around its historical and contemporary human rights impacts. More info and speaker details: https://t.co/Wophc3hBv2 @hfxgov @NSHumanRights @TD_Canada #AHM2022

[Canadian Heritage @CdnHeritage]

On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we remember our collective responsibility to combat racial discrimination and continue to build a more inclusive, equitable and fairer Canada. #GCAntiRacism

[NSCC Foundation @FoundationNSCC]

NSCC's Kindness Project launches in one week, what will your act of #NSCCKindness be?

One of @NSCCNews's 25 ways to be kind is writing a letter to your local hospital to thank front-line health workers. 🏥💝

For inspiration, read our 25 ways to be kind: https://t.co/78CaMT3dBH

[African Nova Scotian Affairs @OfficeofANSA]

The government is investing $1.7 million to support the expansion of an important community hub serving the African Nova Scotian community of Halifax’s north end: https://t.co/yE0r2yOK7Y
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[NSCC Research @NSCCResearch]

We've partnered with @CleanFoundation to hire a student to work with our Environmental and Agriculture Technology Lab.

If you have knowledge of traditional Mi’kmaq approaches to resource management and like to conduct fieldwork, apply now https://t.co/cSqatOBQNi

[NS Human Rights @NSHumanRights]

March 21st is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Read Joe Fraser’s statement commemorating this important date. https://t.co/CB1EmRTXyz

[NSCC Foundation @FoundationNSCC]

How it started, how it's going for Lunenburg Campus' new quiet space for their community to use for privacy, thanks to their Student Services team and donor support to the Lunenburg Rapid Response Fund.

Support NSCC today at https://t.co/ofhfltPivk 💝

#ImpactNSCC #NSCC25

[MetroWorks @mymetroworks]

Open now!
A new 25 bed shelter is operating daily on the Halifax Commons from now until March 31st.

The Pavilion, located at 5816 Cogswell Street is open to folks in need from 9PM-9AM.

The shelter replaces the temporary shelter that was out of the George Dixon Centre.