Ushering in a new era of equity on campus
In a bid to fulfil their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the Victoria College Student Administrative Council (VUSAC) is embarking on an exciting new journey with the launch of the Social Justice Coalition (SJC). This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by the Vice President External, Cameron Miranda-Radbord, attempts to usher in a shining new age for equitable initiatives on campus.
In an email statement to The Strand Miranda-Radbord said, “There is strong student demand to make VUSAC function more like a union – uniting social justice organisations around common goals is a key step to making our advocacy more effective.” He continued, “We’re making real progress on everything from improving mental health crisis response to expanding access to gender affirming gear.”
The Social Justice Coalition, which officially takes flight this fall, aims to provide a vital forum for students and social justice organisations at Vic to engage in discussions surrounding equity-related initiatives and share valuable resources. With a focus on inclusivity and diversity, this
initiative is set to formally collectivise a platform within the structure of VUSAC for historically underrepresented and marginalised groups.
Thus far, organisations such as VOICES, VicPride!, and Vic Black have joined the Coalition in an effort to steer this initiative towards community-wide support.
Victoria College has repeatedly proclaimed its commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). As the curtains rise on the Fall Semester, the institution’s leaders are not only facing the music but also delivering on their promises for a more inclusive future.
The launch of the SJC came just days before September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. As the college grapples with its colonial history, it invites the community to join hands in forging a new path forward, one that reflects its core values of inclusivity and mutual respect.
Victoria College, together with its Social Justice Coalition, stands ready to make a profound impact on campus life, reaffirming its commitment to equity and signalling the dawn of a new era for the insitution.
