Implement focused efforts to prioritize hires from under-represented groups
Engage directly with the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Project Steering Committee to identify and respond to barriers to individuals in underrepresented groups
Encourage the use of inclusive language, particularly the use of the term "employees" where possible
Ensure transparency in VIU's hiring process
Use existing communication channels to enhance transparency and accountability Implement truth and reconciliation within human resources strategies and efforts
Develop a comprehensive, evidence-based, and sustainable equity, diversity and inclusivity program to influence changes through training and education
Develop a respectful environment policy statement
Increase opportunities for cross-jurisdictional collaboration
Success Highlights
Faculty Diversity Hiring Initiative
Implicit Bias training for search committee members
HR Recruitment team overhauled guidance materials, updated interview question bank and posted key resources on HR webpages
EDI Action Plan launched (2021)
Dept. of Indigenous Education & Engagement offering Pro-D sessions for all employees & orientation presentations at all new employee orientation offerings.
Employment opportunities for Indigenous applicants for specific positions with bona fide requirements
Self-identification questionnaire for all job applicants and VIU employees implemented (2021 and 2022)
