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SUMMARY:Ramadan
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/ramadan/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
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UID:50370-1711929600-1714521599@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Sikh Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:Sikh Heritage Month\, launched nationwide in 2019\, encourages celebration and recognition of the contributions that Sikh communities have made—and continue to make—to all aspects of Canadian society. It also encourages dialogue about productive strategies to foster inclusion and belonging for the Sikh community in Canada. \nThe month of April holds great significance to Sikhs globally. It is a time when Sikhs celebrate the birth of the Khalsa. “Khalsa\,” founded in 1699\, refers to a community that considers Sikhism as its faith and a group of initiated Sikhs. It emerged during the spring harvest festival of Vaisaikhi\, a festival also recognized by additional communities and faiths. \nOntario has formally recognized Sikh Heritage Month since 2013\, celebrating the historical and contemporary contributions of Sikh communities across the province. \nFind related links\, training sessions and more on U of T’s website.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/sikh-heritage-month/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Dates of Awareness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240401T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
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SUMMARY:Dog Therapy Drop-in Session #1 - FIFSW ONLY
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to FIFSW students only.  \nCome one\, come all! FIFSW has partnered with Sunshine Therapy Dogs\, to bring drop-in dog therapy sessions for you! \nAs the end of the term is approaching\, we invite all interested students to stop by and visit these friendly volunteer dogs to de-stress and connect with each other. \nFIFSW Dog Therapy will be happening in 2 drop-in sessions (no registration required): \n\nMonday\, April 1st\, 2024; 12:00PM – 1:30PM; 6th Floor (Room 620)\nTuesday\, April 2nd\, 2024; 12:00PM – 1:30PM; 6th Floor (Room 620)\n\n*Kindly note that some volunteer dogs may be stepping out from 12:40PM-12:50PM for a short break before returning to meet you all! \nIn advance of these sessions\, we highly encourage all students to view the additional guidelines posted below: \n\nSunshine Therapy Dogs is a Canadian Registered Charity that provides visits from loving\, qualified dogs\, and their volunteer owners.\nTherapy dogs and owners are assessed before being a part of the volunteer team; these are not registered service animals.\nDogs will be leashed and supervised by the volunteers at all times. For safety reasons\, please be mindful of any guidelines that the volunteers provide.\nTo avoid overwhelming the dogs\, we are limiting it to 3 students interacting with each dog at any given time. Students are free to drop-in and stick around but we ask that everyone take turns!\nSome dogs may need to step out for a short break in the session; they will return afterwards to continue meeting you all!\nDrop-in sessions will only be on the 6th floor of the building\, in and near room 620. Signage will be posted in the area; however should any students have any allergies or restrictions\, please keep in mind that the dogs will be in this area.\nSanitizer sprays will be made available at the sessions.\nPlease do not have any food or drinks in hand when interacting with the dogs (as to not distract them).
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/dog-therapy-drop-in-session-1-fifsw-only/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building RM 620\, 246 Bloor Street W.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240401T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240401T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T153606Z
UID:50304-1711973700-1711978200@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:What Does It Mean To Decolonize? Lessons from a Career in School Social Work
DESCRIPTION:Location: Room 320 (3rd floor student lounge) \n \nDr. Carolyn Mak has been a practicing social worker in the Toronto community for over twenty years. The majority of her career has been in schools\, and she is the 2023 recipient of the OASW School Social Work Achievement Award. Her recent publications and presentations include topics such as social-emotional learning in girls schools\, teaching and learning about anti-Black racism in social work spaces\, and decolonizing social work practice. Carolyn enjoys mentoring\, and has taught MSW students for a number of years\, including at FIFSW.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/what-does-it-mean-to-decolonize-lessons-from-a-career-in-school-social-work/
LOCATION:3rd Floor Student Lounge\, 246 Bloor Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240401T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240401T214500
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240328T175154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T175716Z
UID:50319-1711995300-1712007900@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Palestinian Art and Resistance
DESCRIPTION:INNIS TOWN HALL\, U of T St. George\nThis event is for current FIFSW students only. \nPalestinian culture harnesses art\, dance\, and music as potent tools for protesting against injustice\, mirroring similar expressions of resistance art by indigenous communities facing settler colonialism. Throughout history\, art has provided a platform for the oppressed to confront oppressive systems.\n\n\nThe FIFSW Art Action mandate integrates art with social justice\, exploring themes of identity\, belonging\, self-determination\, and cultural resilience within the context of resistance. This event will spotlight Palestinian artists and feature a discussion panel linking art and resistance\, connecting their right to self-determination and life. \n\n\nPlease register to attend the event!
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/palestinian-art-and-resistance/
LOCATION:Innis Town Hall\, 2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1J5
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240326T171815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T171815Z
UID:50182-1712059200-1712064600@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Dog Therapy Drop-in Session #2 - FIFSW ONLY
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to FIFSW students only.  \nCome one\, come all! FIFSW has partnered with Sunshine Therapy Dogs\, to bring drop-in dog therapy sessions for you! \nAs the end of the term is approaching\, we invite all interested students to stop by and visit these friendly volunteer dogs to de-stress and connect with each other. \nFIFSW Dog Therapy will be happening in 2 drop-in sessions (no registration required): \n\nMonday\, April 1st\, 2024; 12:00PM – 1:30PM; 6th Floor (Room 620)\nTuesday\, April 2nd\, 2024; 12:00PM – 1:30PM; 6th Floor (Room 620)\n\n*Kindly note that some volunteer dogs may be stepping out from 12:40PM-12:50PM for a short break before returning to meet you all! \nIn advance of these sessions\, we highly encourage all students to view the additional guidelines posted below: \n\nSunshine Therapy Dogs is a Canadian Registered Charity that provides visits from loving\, qualified dogs\, and their volunteer owners.\nTherapy dogs and owners are assessed before being a part of the volunteer team; these are not registered service animals.\nDogs will be leashed and supervised by the volunteers at all times. For safety reasons\, please be mindful of any guidelines that the volunteers provide.\nTo avoid overwhelming the dogs\, we are limiting it to 3 students interacting with each dog at any given time. Students are free to drop-in and stick around but we ask that everyone take turns!\nSome dogs may need to step out for a short break in the session; they will return afterwards to continue meeting you all!\nDrop-in sessions will only be on the 6th floor of the building\, in and near room 620. Signage will be posted in the area; however should any students have any allergies or restrictions\, please keep in mind that the dogs will be in this area.\nSanitizer sprays will be made available at the sessions.\nPlease do not have any food or drinks in hand when interacting with the dogs (as to not distract them).
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/dog-therapy-drop-in-session-2-fifsw-only/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building RM 620\, 246 Bloor Street W.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T121500
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CREATED:20240325T152133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T152133Z
UID:50243-1712060100-1712060100@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Braver Spaces for Jewish Students
DESCRIPTION:Event is open to FIFSW students\, faculty and staff \nThe final Braver Spaces for Jewish Students will be held on Tuesday April 2\, 2024\, Room 348 between\n12:15-1:15 p.m. Acknowledging the impacts of the Middle East crisis\, this space has been designed to foster\ncommunity\, connection\, and support. Facilitated by Professors Barbara Muskat and Faye Mishna\, students\ninterested or looking for more information are invited to contact Barbara.muskat@utoronto.ca or\nf.mishna@utoronto.ca . Staff and faculty are welcome to attend. \nAudience: Israeli and Jewish identifying students\, staff\, faculty\nPlatform: In person
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/braver-spaces-for-jewish-students-3/
LOCATION:SK 348\, 246 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240328T154608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T154657Z
UID:50308-1712060100-1712064600@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Growing Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:Location: Room 320 (3rd floor student lounge) \n \nJessica Furtado (she/her) is a PhD Candidate in the interdisciplinary program of Family Relations and Human Development at the University of Guelph. Jessica is a Registered Social Worker (RSW\, MSW) and Registered Early Childhood Educator with a range of experiences of working with children\, youth\, and families\, particularly in community mental health. Her research has centred around child and family experiences of resilience and posttraumatic growth following adversity\, including grief.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/growing-through-grief/
LOCATION:FIFSW 3rd Floor Student Lounge\, 246 Bloor Street W.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240402T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240325T151657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T151657Z
UID:50241-1712075400-1712079000@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Let's Talk about Palestine
DESCRIPTION:Event is open to FIFSW students \nAs a follow up on FIFSW’s Braver Spaces for Arab and Muslim Students\, Professor Bryn King is hosting an\nopportunity for the broader FIFSW community to have an open conversation space for students\, staff\, and\nfaculty who want to talk about what’s happening in Palestine. The goals of Let’s Talk about Palestine are to\nlisten and learn from each other\, exchange resources (events\, books\, articles\, etc.)\, and build community\nand solidarity within and across movements for liberation. \nThese sessions are scheduled for at least the next two Tuesday afternoons (March 26 and April 2) from 4:30\nto 5:30pm 3rd floor student lounge. If you have any questions or would like to support with organization\nand/or facilitation of this session\, please contact Bryn King (bryn.king@utoronto.ca).
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/lets-talk-about-palestine-2/
LOCATION:3rd Floor Student Lounge\, 246 Bloor Street\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T193153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T202748Z
UID:48487-1712620800-1712707199@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Eid Al-Fitr • Islam
DESCRIPTION:A major Muslim holiday that celebrates the end of Ramadan with prayer\, feasts and family/social gatherings.  \nCommon greetings: “Happy Eid” or “Eid Mubarak”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/eid-al-fitr-muslim/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240328T155040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T155213Z
UID:50312-1712751300-1712755800@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Supporting Youth with Early Psychosis: Engagement\, education\, recovery and harm reduction
DESCRIPTION:Location: Room 548\, FIFSW \n \nAmar Ghelani a registered social worker\, PhD Candidate\, and instructor with the Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Social Work. He is also a social worker with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). He has 17 years of experience supporting individuals\, families\, and groups with complex mental health concerns in outpatient\, addiction treatment\, prison\, shelter\, school\, mobile crisis\, and healthcare settings. His research focuses on cannabis use\, psychosis\, trauma\, crisis intervention\, harm reduction\, and recovery.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/supporting-youth-with-early-psychosis-engagement-education-recovery-and-harm-reduction/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240411T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240411T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240405T205151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T210006Z
UID:50457-1712837700-1712842200@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:The embodiment of early life adversity
DESCRIPTION:Location: Room 548\, FIFSW \n \nKeri West\, MSW\, RSW\, is a PhD candidate at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work. Her doctoral research explores the structural relationship between childhood adversity and inflammatory diseases in adulthood. Keri’s scholarly interests related to teaching include neurodiversity and ableism in social work education\, embodied knowing\, Universal Design for Learning\, simulation pedagogy\, and cultivating community in the learning space.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/the-embodiment-of-early-life-adversity/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building\, Room 548\, 246 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T194123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T194123Z
UID:48495-1712966400-1713052799@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Sikh New Year’s Day/Vaisakhi • Sikhism
DESCRIPTION:This holiday celebrates the solar new year and spring harvest festival. Also commemorates the establishment of the Khalsa under Guru Gobind Singh.  \nCommon greetings: “Happy Vaisakhi”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/sikh-new-years-day-vaisakhi-sikhism/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T192805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T200417Z
UID:48478-1713052800-1713139199@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Ram Navami • Hinduism
DESCRIPTION:Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Rama – the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu by reciting/re-enacting stories of Lord Rama\, visiting temples\, offering prayers and participating in puja ceremonies.  \nCommon greetings: “Happy Ram Navami”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/ram-navami-hinduism/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240403T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T182708Z
UID:50377-1713463200-1713470400@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Practice Consultation for International Social Work Students
DESCRIPTION:The is open to current FIFSW students only. Please note that this is the final session for the academic year.  \nJoined by Janany Jayanthikumar\, the purpose of the practice consultation sessions is to provide international social work students with an opportunity to receive advice\, guidance\, and general support from a clinical social worker around how to culturally adapt and navigate issues that may arise in their own practice while on practicum and professionally. This space has been created as a braver space for international students to share and explore their experiences. \nJanany has a Master of Social Work from the University of Toronto with a specialization in health and mental health. She has diversified experience working in clinical and academic settings\, including The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre\, The Hospital for Sick Children (Sick Kids)\, The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)\, The Scarborough Health Network\, the University of Toronto\, York University\, Lakehead University and Seneca College. \nAs an experienced clinical social worker and educator\, Janany has extensive knowledge utilizing and evaluating evidence-based practices. She is extremely passionate about educating the next generation of clinicians\, and providing quality clinical care that is equitable and culturally responsive. In addition to her clinical work\, Janany teaches\, provides clinical supervision\, and is a faculty-field liaison at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work and Seneca College. Her areas of expertise include evidence-based practices\, program development\, simulation and research. \nRegister for the Practice Consultation for International Social Work Students!
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/practice-consultation-for-international-social-work-students-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T195529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T195529Z
UID:48501-1713571200-1713657599@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Chaitra Navapada • Ayambil Oli\, Jainism
DESCRIPTION:Chaitra Navapada – Ayambil Oli is a nine-day festival occurring twice a year. It is a day of reverence of the nine supreme posts in the universe. This observance involves fasting during which only boiled grains can be consumed.  \nCommon greetings: “Happy Chaitra”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/chaitra-navapada-ayambil-oli-jainism-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T193838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T193838Z
UID:48491-1713657600-1713743999@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Mahavir Jayanti • Jainism
DESCRIPTION:An important Jain festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavir\, a spiritual guide and the founder of Jainism. Celebrations include various rituals and beautiful chariot processions.  \nCommon greetings: “Happy Mahavir Jayanti”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/mahavir-jayanti-jainism/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240503
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T190752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T190752Z
UID:48474-1713657600-1714694399@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Festival of Ridván • Baha’i
DESCRIPTION:Pronounced “rid-van”  \nThe Festival of Ridván meaning “the King of Festivals” runs for 12 days to commemorate the 12 days Baha’u’llah spent in the garden of Ridván outside Baghdad. The 1st\, 9th and 12th days are holy days on which work is suspended.  \nUpcoming dates:  \nCommon greetings: “Happy Ridvan” or “Wishing you a joyous Festival of Ridvan”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/festival-of-ridvan-bahai/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T194014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T194014Z
UID:48493-1713744000-1714521599@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Pesach - Passover • Judaism 
DESCRIPTION:Passover\, Pesach or the Festival of Liberation is a major Jewish holiday that celebrates the Exodus from ancient Egypt. This week long celebration includes story telling\, lighting candles\, and a ritual feast.  \nCommon greetings: “Chag Sameach” (Happy Holidays) or “Chag Pesach Sameach” (Happy Passover Holiday)  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/pesach-passover-judaism/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240422T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240415T200841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T200936Z
UID:50566-1713788100-1713792600@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Grief-Informed Practice: A Social Work Imperative
DESCRIPTION:Maxxine Rattner (she/her) completed her PhD last year at Laurier\, and has over 20 years of experience in health-related clinical\, community-based\, and policy settings. She worked for a decade as a hospice social worker\, supporting the psychosocial needs of hospice residents and their families/chosen families\, and implementing a year-long bereavement support program. Currently\, she is a contract lecturer in social work with Toronto Metropolitan University and Wilfrid Laurier University\, a clinical team member with the national not-for-profit organization Canadian Virtual Hospice\, and a founding/executive member of the Canadian Grief Alliance. In her private practice\, she provides clinical training and education to  health care teams\, and clinical supervision to social workers working in diverse settings\, including palliative care\, long term care and cancer care. She completed her MSW at FIFSW in 2011 and has taught as part of U of T’s Centre for Advancing Collaborative Healthcare & Education’s ‘Dying & Death’ event since 2013.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/grief-informed-practice-a-social-work-imperative/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building\, Room 548\, 246 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240424
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T195414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T195414Z
UID:48499-1713830400-1713916799@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Hanuman Jayanti • Hinduism
DESCRIPTION:A major Hindu festival celebrating the birth of the Hanuman\, an ardent devotee of Lord Rama. It is celebrated differently in different parts of India and amongst the Indian diaspora around the world by offering prayers\, distributing sweets and prasad\, and chanting devotional hymns.  \nUpcoming dates:   \nCommon greetings: “Happy Hanuman Jayanti”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/hanuman-jayanti-hinduism-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240423T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240423T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240418T170105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T130727Z
UID:50624-1713874500-1713879000@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Unlocking Leadership Potential: Key Leadership Competencies for Social Workers
DESCRIPTION:Location: FIFSW\, Room 548 \n \nAmina Hussain is a social worker and doctoral candidate at the University of Toronto. Her dissertation is informed by 13 years of experience in mental health care and a passion towards enhancing social work  leadership skills in health and mental health settings.  Amina has been actively involved at the University\, mentoring students as a course instructor\, a clinical supervisor at the Talk It Out Counselling Clinic\, and through co-founding the Muslim Human Service Alliance. She has received two SSHRC grants to support her research and leadership endeavours.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/unlocking-leadership-potential-skills-for-becoming-an-outstanding-social-work-leader/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building\, Room 548\, 246 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240425
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240202T191022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T191022Z
UID:48476-1713916800-1714003199@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Theravada New Year • Buddism
DESCRIPTION:Pronounced “theh-ruh-vaa-duh”  \nBecause the beginning is marked by sighting the moon\, the actual date is not always predictable (3 days from the first full moon in April). It is celebrated by Theravada Buddhists.  \nUpcoming dates:  \nCommon greetings: “Best wishes for the New Year”\, “Happy Theraveda New Year”  \nReligious and cultural days\nStudent Life has compiled a list of significant religious and cultural days. \nExplore the list to learn more about the holidays of different faith and ethnic groups\, when they are celebrated and how to greet or acknowledge those who observe. \nFor students: Accommodations for Religious Observances \nVisit the Office of the Vice Provost Students website and learn more about Religious Accommodations.  It is the policy of the University of Toronto to work with students who observe religious days other than those already accommodated by current scheduling and statutory holidays. Familiarize yourself with the Policy on Scheduling of Classes and Examinations and Other Accommodations for Religious Observances. \nDo you have questions or need help? \nContact the FIFSW Director of EDI\, Shahana Arain or visit The Office of the Vice Provost\, Students.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/theravada-new-year-buddism/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Religious and cultural observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240426T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240403T182155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T182155Z
UID:50373-1714154400-1714161600@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:Practice Consultation for Black-Identifying Social Work Students
DESCRIPTION:This is only open to current FIFSW students. Please note that this is the final session for the academic year.  \nJoined by Shawnette Thompson\, the purpose of the practice consultation sessions is to provide Black-identifying social work students with an opportunity to receive advice\, mentorship\, and general support from a Black clinical social worker around how to navigate issues that may arise in their own practice while on practicum and professionally. This space has been created as a braver space for Black-identifying students to share and explore their experiences. \nShawnette Thompson (she/her) brings to the role of Social Work Practice Consultant for the Black Social Work Student’s Association over 15 years of rich experience in social work. This experience spans across private practice\, community programs\, mental health clinics\, universities\, group homes\, and adolescent treatment facilities. Her extensive career has included roles as a child and youth worker\, an individual and family therapist\, a manager of community programs\, and most recently\, the Supervisor of Clinical Affairs at U of T’s Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work’s Talk It Out Clinic. Shawnette also continues to actively maintain a private practice\, providing therapy to couples\, individuals\, and families\, in addition to providing clinical consultation to social workers in the field. \nAs a Black cisgender female of Caribbean descent\, Shawnette is deeply invested in the mentorship of future social work professionals\, with a focus on dismantling Anti-Black racism and fostering culturally responsive practices. Her appointment as the Social Work Practice Consultant for the Black Social Work Students’ Association at FIFSW is a testament to her dedication and collaborative spirit. \nIn this role\, Shawnette is committed to creating a nurturing environment that not only respects the shared identities of Black students but also promotes the personal and professional\, development of each individual. \nRegister for the Practice Consultation for Black-Identifying Social Work Students!
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/practice-consultation-for-black-identifying-social-work-students-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T233000
DTSTAMP:20260419T203507
CREATED:20240402T181019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T181019Z
UID:50366-1714479300-1714519800@socialwork.utoronto.ca
SUMMARY:African-Canadian Youth Misrepresentation Cycle and Marginality in Canadian Institutions: A Phenomenological Analysis of Marginalizing Subtleties
DESCRIPTION:Location: Room 548\, FIFSW \n\nAbout Kuir ë Garang\nI am currently a researcher with Youth Research and Evaluation Exchange (YouthREX) at the School of Social Work at York University. I am also a part-time professor at Sheridan College where I teach courses in the Social Service Worker program. My current research uses phenomenology of Edmund Husserl to address how African-Canadian youth are marginalized in Canadian institutions based on bureaucratic discourses and the legacies of slavery\, colonization\, and the colour line regimes. \nBefore I started my doctoral studies at York University in 2018\, I worked in Calgary for nearly a decade at the frontline and leadership positions with immigrant and refugee youths and families in Calgary. I successfully defended my doctoral dissertation at the School of Social Work at York University last year on the moral problems associated with “blackness” in its historical and contemporary dynamics.
URL:https://socialwork.utoronto.ca/event/african-canadian-youth-misrepresentation-cycle-and-marginality-in-canadian-institutions-a-phenomenological-analysis-of-marginalizing-subtleties-2/
LOCATION:FIFSW Building\, Room 548\, 246 Bloor Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Talk
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