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International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025

December 3rd marks the United Nations  (IDPD), a day dedicated to promoting the rights of persons with disabilities globally. Established by the UN in 1992, this day raises awareness, promotes dignity, and emphasizes the importance of full participation in society. Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ is proud to join this global initiative, reaffirming our commitment to creating an accessible, inclusive campus that empowers all community members to thrive.

Celebrating IDPD

This year, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ is pleased to welcome Dr. Grant Bruno, nêhiyaw (Plains Cree) and a member of the Samson Cree Nation, whose work as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta centres on culturally grounded, decolonized approaches to child and youth health. In his session, Decolonizing Understandings of Neurodiversity, Dr. Bruno, who is himself the parent of an autistic child, draws on nêhiyaw knowledge systems, community-led initiatives, and his own experience to show how Indigenous perspectives can reshape autism discourse and strengthen support for Indigenous families through holistic, culturally informed practices.


We are very excited to be sharing with you these two special events for IDPD. Details for the events are provided below. Don't forget to register!

International Day of Persons with Disabilities is presented by Equity at Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ. Visit their site to learn more about the day the details of the events! Equity At Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ. 

They Are Sacred Film Screening

They Are Sacred film poster, synopsis and event description.

December 3rd, 2025 from 12-2:30PM

Decolonizing Understandings of Neurodiversity

Dr. Grant Bruno Keynote Poster

December 3rd, 2025 from 5-8pm

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