Council For Disability Cultures and Access
Council For Disability Cultures and Access
The Council for Disability Cultures and Access is an advisory and decision-making body located in the Office of the Vice-Provost (Access, Community and Belonging). Its overarching mandate is to support the identification and transformation of ableist policies, practices, and structures in order to create a more accessible, equitable, and affirming ecology for all members of the University of Alberta community, including and beyond those experiencing disability.
This page links to the Council's most widely used documents, links, and updates. Contents:
Recurring Meeting Link: in agenda below
Council Meetings in Winter 2025
February 11 - 10:30 to 12:00
March 11 - 10:30 to 12:00
April 23 - 9 to 10:30
May 22 - 10:30 to 12:00
Terms of Reference- Council for Disability Cultures and Access
Tools for organizing and running accessible meetings (coming soon)
Overview of Current Projects, Updates, Actions & Accountabilities for orientation (Coming soon)
Project teams are open to the broader interested community. The following project teams are currently in development to support initiatives across campus in advancing disability cultures and reducing barriers to access.
Student accommodation experience
Digital access
Equitable, accessible pedagogical practices
Access practices intro guides (forthcoming)
Built environment and environmental design (forthcoming)
To participate in one of these teams, please complete the following form:
Under development