Every teacher for every student
Jan. 15 marked the official launch of the final results of a national study on LGBTQ-inclusive education, dubbed the Every Teacher Project. The study –…
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Faculty of education upgrades diversity admission policy
The faculty of education at the University of Manitoba is expanding its diversity admissions policy and increasing the number of seats set aside for enrolment into its bachelor of education program.
30 years of cinematic pride
The Reel Pride Festival will be celebrating its 30th year in Winnipeg by continuing to show films that focus on content relevant to the queer…
U of M approves new LGBT engineering scholarship
The LGBTTQ* community has seen massive steps toward inclusivity and equality over the last several years in Canada and around the world, including at the…
Mental health resources at the University of Manitoba
Accessing resources for mental health in the city can be a daunting task, especially if you’re new to the whole “getting help” game. The University…
Out in the Night with REEL Pride
Partnered with the women’s and gender studies program at the University of Manitoba, REEL Pride Film Festival presented a free screening of Out in the…
LGBTTQ* ally training certification workshop at capacity
The LGBTTQ* (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirited, queer, and other gender minorities and sexual orientations) ally training workshop, hosted by a collaboration of service groups…
Happy birthday, Outwords
This year marks a milestone for Outwords; the magazine is celebrating 20 years of “queer views, news, and issues.” The shiny, monthly magazine has come…
Stop defining sex by penetration
For a person who has only taken part in heterosexual sexual experiences, the answer to the question, “How many people have you slept with?” often…
Intro to the Out and About feature
This issue contains articles that touch on far-reaching topics. We have pieces exploring various genders and sexual identities. We have allowed no space for those…