Clubs & resources
African Caribbean Student Club (ACSC)
The ACSC creates a space for members of the African and Caribbean cultures to build a home together and create community. It is also a space where individuals who are not part of this community can come and learn more about it. We work to create a space where everyone, regardless of their race, ethnicity or background can come together and celebrate our African and Caribbean cultures.
The ACSC hosts regular events throughout the year. Follow them on Instagram to stay tuned with how you can get involved!
Black Student Association (BSA)
The Black Student Association is a student-led organization that aims to support students in a professional and developmental capacity, in addition to creating community on campus. The BSA prioritizes professional, self, and academic development, as well as advocation for business growth and pushing funds back into our Black student body.
The BSA also hosts a Black Student Lounge every Thursday from 6 to 10 pm in the EME Collegia (EME 0252). The intention of the Lounge is to provide a space on campus for Black students to come study, unwind, and build community on campus. Follow the BSA on Instagram for updates on the Lounge and to stay tuned for other events and opportunities.
NITEO-Africa UBCO
NITEO-Africa UBCO is the campus chapter for the NITEO-Africa Society, Canada. They work to promote literacy and reading culture among underserved communities, both locally and globally (East Africa).
Resources
UBC Black Caucus
UBC Black Caucus aims to promote a greater sense of community, advocate progress and maintain ongoing support for Black students, staff, and faculty at UBC in an effort to enhance anti-racism and cultural diversity within the University, and support the academic mission of the institution.
Black Mental Wellness Project
UBC Black Caucus has partnered with Black counsellors from within the community to provide two free virtual and/or in-person counselling sessions on a limited, first-come, first-served basis.
Other UBC resources
Wellbeing & Accessibility Services
UNC 337, University Centre
healthwellness.okanagan@ubc.ca
(250) 807-9270
Equity & Inclusion Office
UNC 325H, University Centre
equity.ubco@ubc.ca
Follow @ubcoequity on Instagram
Global Engagement Office
(GEO) UNC 227, University Centre
geo.ubco@ubc.ca
Follow @ubcoglobal on Instagram
SEXUAL VIOLENCE PREVENTION AND RESPONSE OFFICE (SVPRO)
Nicola Townhome 120, 1270 International Mews
svpro.okanagan@ubc.ca
(250) 807-9640
Follow @ubco.svpro on Instagram
UBCO Pride Resource Centre
UNC 132A, University Centre
prc@suo.ca
Follow @suopride on Instagram
*Note: Unless specified as a UBC resource, the resources mentioned below are third-party resources and are not affiliated with UBC.
Black-centered counselling services
ALTHEA THERAPY
Offering therapy that speaks to unique cultural identities.
Healing in Colour
Providing access to therapy that supports healing and liberation for the BIPOC community.
This Space Belongs to You
Serving 2SLGBTQIA+ and/or IBPOC communities with individual counselling and group programming.
Counsellors
*Note: These are third-party counsellors who are not affiliated with UBC.
Renée Wishart, Wishart Therapy
With over a decade of experience and credentials, Renée’s work is rooted in social justice, with a strengths-based perspective.
Theresa L. Thomas, In-Power Counselling
Learn more about Theresa and how In-Power Counselling can support you through the link below.
Bernard Piprah, BKP Counselling
Learn more about Bernard and see how you can get connected through the link below.
