A Statement from your Students’ Union Executive Committee: We Stand in Solidarity with the VIU Women’s Basketball Team.
Your Students’ Union is steadfast in supporting the rights of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and is dedicated to creating a campus that is safe, welcoming, and inclusive for all. Everyone deserves the opportunity to participate in sports, education, and public life without fear of discrimination, exclusion or hate based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.
Recapping the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Your Students' Union joined the global effort to end gender-based violence through the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.
Generation Vote Now: A Historic Moment at VIU with On-Campus Polling and the All Candidates Forum Recap
For the first time ever, VIU will have polling stations on campus for the BC Provincial Election, marking a significant milestone in student engagement. This makes it more convenient than ever for students to vote and ensure their voices are heard. In this post, we’ll also recap the key issues discussed during the All Candidates Forum on October 8.
VIUSU Takes Action Against VIU’s Lockdown Measures
On May 2, Vancouver Island University implemented lockdown measures in response to the VIU Palestine Solidarity Encampment. These actions have sparked significant concern within the student community regarding the implications for freedom of expression and students' rights. This blog post outlines our recent actions and requests, aiming to inform and mobilize our community in defence of students’ collective rights.
International Women’s Day - A Message from your Indigenous Students’ Rep.
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence: A Global Movement
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global movement to end violence against women and girls. It runs from 25th November (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) until 10th December, Human Rights Day.