EDIDA Awareness Month 2025
EDIDA Awareness Month is a bold initiative led by our Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Western, dedicated to advancing Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Decolonization and Accessibility across our campus. From late September to early November, join us for a dynamic lineup of in-person and virtual events designed to spark conversation, learning and allyship.
What is the theme for EDIDA Awareness Month 2025?
This year’s theme, I.M.P.A.C.T., challenges us to move from intention to action. We ask: What does real impact look like in the pursuit of equity?
I.M.P.A.C.T. stands for:
- Inclusion – Moving beyond representation to full integration.
- Mobilization – Coordinated action for equity and justice.
- Partnership – Co-creating with trusted community allies.
- Accountability – Committing to transparency and progress.
- Cultural Change – Reshaping institutional norms and narratives.
- Transformation – Embedding equity into everyday structures.
Whether you're a student, staff, faculty member or community ally, you're invited to be part of this movement for sustainable change. EDIDA 2025 is more than an awareness month - it’s a call to action.
A special thank you to our partners for your support and collaboration: Western Engineering, Western Education, Western Law, Western OutLaws, The Neema Child Project, Student Experience and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Neema Choir Cultural Showcase and Fundraiser
Sep. 27, 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Amit Chakma Engineering Building (ACEB) Atrium
Join us for a cultural showcase and benefit concert to kick off EDIDA Awareness Month, featuring the Neema Child Choir from Uganda!
Beyond Compliance: Making AODA PSE Recommendations a Reality
Oct. 1, noon to 1 p.m.
Location: Webinar on Zoom
Join Emily Branov, Project Manager (Accessibility) from Student Experience, as we highlight how Western will remove barriers and improve accessibility for all students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Raising Research: In Conversation with Dr. Robyn Klein
Oct. 8, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Dental Sciences Building (DSB), Room 1002
This two-part lecture will address how innate immune molecules regulate blood-brain barrier integrity and how to improve gender balance in speakers at conferences.
Western's Third Annual Fall Pride Parade
Oct. 17, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Concrete Beach and University Community Centre (UCC) Atrium
Join the Office of EDI for an afternoon of music, dancing and celebration as we honour the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies!
Black Faculty and Staff Coffee Chat
Oct. 31, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Location: Western Student Services Building (WSSB), Room 2130
Enjoy refreshments and treats while connecting and networking with Black faculty and staff at Western and affiliated campuses. New members welcome!
Queer Resilience and Resistance: A 2SLGBTQIA+ Rights Panel
Nov. 3, 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Location: Weldon Community Room, D.B. Weldon Library
We're excited to welcome Samantha Peters, Frank Nasca and Bennett Jensen to Western! Learn how we can fight for a future of equality together in this engaging panel presentation and gain insights into 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, advocacy and lived experiences.
