About the Series
The Women @ GBC series aims to celebrate the women in our college community and explore the role everyone plays in promoting equity for women. The series will include panels, fireside chats, digital engagement and more. And most importantly, these events will provide space for open and honest conversations about the barriers women continue to face.
George Brown College values the unique perspectives that all women bring to our institution, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all employees. We must take meaningful steps to support gender equity and include the experiences and voices of all individuals, including Black, Indigenous and racialized women and people with disabilities, while recognizing the lived experiences of trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming people.
Cultivating a foundation of equity and providing equity-informed student services, support, spaces, and experiences are among George Brown's strategic priorities. Learn more about the Roadmap to the Future: Vision 2030/Strategy 2026.
Stay tuned for details about the next Women @ GBC event.
Past events
Embracing Equity and Breaking Barriers, March 8, 2023 (International Women's Day)
Embracing Equity and Breaking Barriers was a panel discussion featuring some of the college's exceptional senior women leaders who shared their perspectives and inspiring stories about overcoming obstacles throughout their careers.
Thank you to our panellists Dr. Krista Holmes, Associate Vice-President (AVP), Research and Innovation; Jennifer Grant, AVP, Office of Anti-Racism, Equity and Human Rights Services; Janene Christiansen, Registrar and AVP, Strategic Enrolment; Juanita Wattam-Simeon, AVP, Academic – Program Quality, Development and Integration; and Giselle Basanta, General Counsel.
Michelle McCollum, Vice-President, Facilities and Sustainability, moderated the event. Leslie Quinlan, Senior Vice-President, People Enablement & Experience, Kizzy Rodney, AVP, External and Community Relations, and Sumi Shanmuganathan, AVP, Marketing and Communications, delivered remarks.
