Conference

Celebrating Inclusive Excellence

Following the immense success of last year's event, where we experienced the power of in-person connection, this year’s conference promises to be even more inspiring as we champion the spirit of inclusivity.

With a carefully curated agenda centered around the theme of “Inclusive Excellence,” we aim to offer enriching sessions that not only advance our professional endeavors but also resonate deeply on a personal level.  

Here are the details you need: 

• Date: June 4th, 2024 
• Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 
• Registration: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM 
• Social Gathering: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM 
• Venue: Richard Murry Design Building (Morris St)  

To ensure smooth arrangements and accommodate everyone effectively, we kindly request your confirmation of attendance by May 24^th, 2024.    

We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to reunite with you all and foster meaningful connections at this year’s conference! 

Information Booths

We will have information booths to help DPMG members connect with resources.
The booths will be available from 10:00 am to 02:00 pm.

Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development: 

Dalhousie University offers an Employee Tuition Waiver Benefit, a program designed to promote continuous learning and development among its staff. This initiative not only encourages lifelong learning but also enriches the skills and knowledge of university employees.

The Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development offers a wide range of non-credit courses that may be eligible for this tuition waiver benefit. We invite you to discover our programs and consider our professional development options at Dalhousie.

Queer Faculty Staff Caucus (QFSC):

The QFSC is a group of 2SLGBTQIA+ identified staff and faculty members from Dalhousie and King’s that promotes awareness of and education around 2SLGBTQIA+ identities and communities; engages in social justice activities that improve the working and learning environments for queer faculty and staff; and provides support and social opportunities for 2SLGBTQIA+ staff, faculty, and the broader communities. Join us at our booth to learn more about the QFSC—about ongoing projects, ways to get involved, upcoming social events, and leadership opportunities.

Black Faculty and Staff Caucus:

The Dalhousie Black Faculty and Staff Caucus was formed by Dr. Afua Cooper after her arrival as the Johnston Chair in Black Canadian Studies in the summer of 2011. The Mandate of the Black Faculty & Staff Caucus is To serve as a voice for the concerns of the Black communities at Dalhousie University, particularly faculty, and staff, by bringing these concerns to the Board of Governors, the Senate, senior administration, and others as appropriate.

Accessible employment:

Accessible Employment provides education and outreach to the Dalhousie Community to ensure employment at the University is accessible to all.  We provide confidential support and resources to employees. Our primary areas of responsibility include: 

• Administration of the University’s Employment Accommodation Policy (Dalhousie has key frameworks in place to support the administration of accommodation requests and protect privacy). 
• Advancement of the Employment Standard under the NS Accessibility Act.
• Administration of the University’s short-term disability program, work injury leaves and treatment plans, long term disability application support, and return to work plans.
• Employee wellness and organizational health, including health and well-being programing and services.  
• Psychological safety including wellness checks, and supporting employees in crisis.

Contact us at:  accessible.employment@dal.ca  Tel: 902-444-0520  Room 150 Henry Hicks  https://dalu.sharepoint.com/sites/hr

BelairDirect:

Did you know DPMG members get access to exclusive savings on your personal car and/or home insurance with belairdirect (formerly Johnson Insurance)?  Plus, you can enter for your chance to WIN 1 of 11 Cash Prizes of $2,500* at belairdirect.com/win2500

For more information and to get your no-obligation quote, please visit belairdirect.com/educator or call 1-833-887-4626 OR visit their representative at their booth during the conference!