Student AffairsThe Commitment Scholar Engagement Committee is a dedicated group of Commitment Scholars focused on enhancing Indigeneity, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and Accessibility (I-EDIAA) on campus and in Kingston. We aim to amplify the voices of equity-deserving students, staff, and faculty through meaningful conversations that unite individuals from diverse backgrounds, encouraging reflection on one’s unique intersectionalities and experiences.
As the first group representing equity-deserving students committed to EDII, we strive to break down barriers, advocate for equitable practices, and promote inclusivity through hard work and determination.
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Cree (1st year BAH), Kasai (2nd year BAH), Kyla, Maryanna (2nd year BScH), Deandra, Lade (1st year BHSc), Ore (2nd year BHSc), Joy (2nd year BScH), Ella (2nd year BHSc), Cameron (2nd year BScH), Oli (1st year BScH), Aditi (2nd year BHSc)
Conversation Café is an annual event that offers a safe and welcoming space for passionate students, staff and faculty to connect and discuss issues of Indigeneity, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and Accessibility (I-EDIAA) at Queen’s University. Each academic year offers opportunities for the Queen’s community to overcome barriers to unity, growth, and success, emphasizing the vital role of compassion and empathy in creating a connected and unified community. Conversation Café is facilitated by Commitment Scholar Engagement Committee members and creates space for meaningful and challenging conversations. Conversation Café strives to push the boundaries of I-EDIAA work, activism, and progress within our community and aims to leave participants encouraged and inspired.
2023: Pilot Year
Conversation Café 2023 was the inaugural event of the “Conversation Café” series, designed to engage diverse participants in thought-provoking discussions which inspired growth and positive action on both personal and community levels.
“Conversations about faith made me realize that this was an area I am not too open about even though I rely heavily on it to navigate my day to day, my challenges and my victories and would like to be more vocal about this identity.”
2024: "Unite, Invite, Ignite"
Conversation Café: Unite, Invite, Ignite aimed to foster empathy and solidarity through meaningful conversations on I-EDIAA, addressing the barriers to unity and growth within the Queen's community.
“This was the most transformative event I have ever been to a Queen’s; even faculty don't speak so candidly. We need to continue involving faculty in meaningful conversations with students.”`
