2023Â Canadian Conference on Research Administration (CCRA)
In May 2023, members of ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s Accessibility Institute team travelled to St. Johns, Newfoundland to deliver an engaging workshop titled, EDI, eh (EDIA)? How does accessibility factor in? at the
The CCRA conference (previously known as the CARA National Conference) is a national conference that offers professionals working in research administration a rich of opportunity for professional development, learning, and networking with peers from across Canada.
In this workshop, participants were guided through an inquiry-based workshop that highlighted what inclusive and accessible practises may look like, particularly through the lens of emotional intelligence. Participants were able to address key questions about establishing EDIA practises, such as what EDIA means to your practice, what accessibility enablers might look like, and what barriers do you face in your role that might impact others?
Participants from the Accessibility Institute
- Cathy Malcolm-Edwards, Lead, Coordinated Accessibility Strategy (CAS) Implementation
- Jessie Gunnell, Projects Officer