Date
01/19/2016
Venue
The Need for Change
Transgender and gender variant individuals often experience open or covert emotional abuse and physical harassment when using gender-segregated washrooms. All-gender washrooms are important in contributing to their sense of safety, well-being, and security when exercising their basic right to use a washroom.
“University is a time of growth, learning, discovery and finding one's way in the world. We are happy to be part of that process,” said Cathryn Heslep, vice-president, Student Services for the university. “We are committed to supporting various diversity initiatives for students, faculty and staff, including all gender washrooms.”
In preparation for the change, the university consulted with Dr. Kris Wells, director of Program Services with the Institute of Sexual Minority Studies and Services at the University of Alberta, and Marni Panas, an engagement and patient experience professional who is a member of the transgender community.
To learn about this initiative, please visit the official announcement.