What about the implicit bias revolution? Last spring, two FSA staff took part in a Deep Diversity workshop sponsored by the BC Federation of Labour. The workshop was billed as an introduction to unconscious bias, stereotypes, and how they relate to diversity inclusion in the workplace, and it aimed to provide tools to “diminish the effects these
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The FSA and BCIT have reached a temporary agreement for the continued use of student employees in developmental roles, including research activities and co-op positions. The new agreement extends the existing Letter of Intent regarding research negotiations until August 31, 2018. In addition to the extension, BCIT has agreed to include Specialized Faculty in Student
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Voting is now complete. Thank you to everyone who cast their ballot. Results will be announced on Apr 4, 2017. FSA members have the opportunity to vote for Directors to represent their interests on the FSA Board of Directors for the 2017-19 term. Nominations were accepted from Feb 8th until February 24th for one (1)
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In 2007, the United Nations General Assembly declared February 20th as the World Day of Social Justice. This year’s theme is “Preventing conflict and sustaining peace through decent work” – a theme that fits with our vision for outstanding careers through outstanding employment conditions. In a year that is less than two months old we
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The FSA has begun receiving requests for students to be employed over the summer in developmental roles such as supporting research activities. As many of you will recall, the FSA collective agreement requires the agreement of the FSA for all student employee appointments and prohibits the use of students in roles that might be performed
Read more →Elections are happening for the FSA board of directors. In 2017 the following positions are up for election: One (1) Treasurer Two (2) Directors, Associate Members Five (5) Directors Interested? Contact us with any questions you have! 2017 FSA Board Elections Timeline Formal Call for Nominations (Wed, Feb 8) – 2017 Nomination Form Nominations Close
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