“It is important we start with our similarities. For example, within culture in the workplace, because this is not their underlying culture but the work’s inherent culture. It has to start small because people are not necessarily there… we might be working with people who experience culture shock, who are not seekers, who are not already there. We need to start small”
Read MoreI am here to tell you that culture is a cornerstone, one that can help you feel anchored to this beautiful Earth, this “Pale Blue Dot” Carl Sagan spoke of. It’s what keeps you from feeling lost in strange and exciting new lands, the first thing you share when it’s time to start anew and set roots somewhere else.
Read MoreYamila is a Biology student currently completing her last term of her Undergraduate degree at the University of Victoria. She is originally from the Dominican Republic.
Read MoreRoss brings over 5 years of experience leading projects in technology, business & non-profit. He is a certified Project Management Professional.
Read MoreMackenzie Sillem has been working in the International Education field for 17 years. The past 11 have found her working in the Faculty of International Education at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, BC
Read MoreLeyli has her Bachelors degree in English Translation and her diploma in Interior Design. She started to work as an English instructor and Translator about 20 years ago.
Read MoreDr. Kusum Soni is a researcher and explorer who develops and facilitates new programs, coordinates program activities and takes a leadership role in the planning and implementation of diverse community building programs
Read MoreHanif is grateful to live, work and play on the unceded and traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples – sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) nations
Read MoreDr. Traoré is a racial diversity, equity and inclusion researcher, educator and specialist. At the heart of his work is cultural and organizational change through evidence-based practices.
Read MoreEmma graduated from UVic with a Bachelor of Education Career and Personal Planning and a Masters of Education in Curriculum studies.
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