Today, Pride Season begins across Canada!
At Douglas College, we stand in solidarity with LGBTQ2S+ communities on our campuses, across Canada, and around the world. We also recognize the historically multifaceted nature of Pride. It is not only a celebration of the community, but also a reminder of the work that we all have left to do to advance justice and progress.
We’re committed year-round to supporting LGBTQ2S+ people, pushing continuously for equity, and creating a welcoming environment on our own campuses. To that end, please see below a round-up of current LGBTQ2S+-centric resources — both internal and external — available for Douglas students, staff and community members.
Happy Pride Season to all! We’re grateful for the chance to be a part of Pride events across Metro Vancouver this year, and we’re looking forward to extending the love all through the summer.
On-campus resources
A student group dedicated to offering a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ2S+ students. The Pride Collective hosts events, creates social opportunities for LGBTQ2S+ students and allies, and provides key info and services. Douglas students can learn more and sign up for the Pride Collective newsletter here.
An employee-based committee that advocates for and celebrates LGBTQ2S+ students, staff, faculty and visitors, promoting understanding and acceptance on our campuses.
The Douglas College Library has assembled this digital resource guide for those interested in learning more about gender, sexuality, and the history of LGBTQ2S+ communities in Canada and beyond, along with fiction and non-fiction works by LGBTQ2S+ authors. The guide includes feature films, documentaries, novels, journals, academic texts and much more. It also offers search strategies to support users in doing further independent research into LGBTQ2S+-specific topics.