Established in 2012, Social Inc. is located at all three campuses, providing a safer, respectful and positive space for all students. Social Inc. is grounded in human rights, celebrates and promotes inclusion while working to identify, prevent and eliminate discrimination. With the support of staff and many student volunteers, Social Inc. hosts, facilitates and coordinates events at all campuses in collaboration with other departments including International Student Services, Mohawk Students’ Association, Accessible Learning Services and Student Life. Social Inc. also hosts guest speakers, panel discussions and information exhibits on equity, inclusion and anti-oppression topics such as LGBTQ2S+ rights, disability awareness, addressing racism and gender identity/expression.
Social Inc. services include:
- Hosting equity, inclusion and human rights activities
- Partnering with student groups and community organizations to support special events
- Supporting social innovation campaigns
- Providing opportunities for student placements and co-op experiences
- Human rights, equity and inclusion learning sessions
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion library
- Supporting Students Groups
Equity Diversity Inclusion at Mohawk
Interested in Getting Involved?
If you are interested in starting or joining a social/activity or academic club, visit your the Mohawk Students’ Association (opens new window). If you are interested in starting or joining a cultural or religious group, please contact Social Inc. at socialinc@mohawkcollege.ca
“You can play” campaign highlights the diversity of Mohawk students and welcomes everyone to enjoy physical activities in an inclusive environment.
Here are some helpful definitions we use when talking about diversity at Mohawk College.
Documents
2SLGBTQIA+ Self Care Resources
Resources
TUMBLR
Safe spaces where you can ask questions, and meet folks who share similar interests. The trick to Tumblr lies in following LGBT-positive blogs. This can be accomplished by searching “LGBTQ” in the tags, which yields suitable blogs to follow.
LGBT Advocate
This is a private group set up as a safe and welcome online community where folks can ask questions, answer questions and meet new people. It currently has over 34,000 members.
Wattpad
Wattpad, a social publishing platform where users share their written stories and fanfiction, and allows LGBT people to connect through writing. You can choose to write, read and comment on others work, or just read and comment – whatever is most comfortable for you
LGBTQ Youthline
A peer-mentor resource for queer folks under the age of 29. It can be accessed through phone, text or online chat. Learn more about LGBT Youthline
Club Quarantine
A daily 2SLGBTQIA+ Zoom dance party curated by organizers in Toronto. Learn more about Club Quarantine
Schitt’s Creek
Watch Schitt’s Creek for free on CBC Gem
What supports are available at Mohawk for students affected by gender-based violence?
Mohawk College is committed to creating an environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and sexualized violence; and supporting those who experience sexualized violence. Students affected by sexualized violence can contact the Student Rights and Responsibilities Office for assistance understanding and exploring their options at SRRO@mohawkcollege.ca or 905.575.1212 ext. 4764
Other resources
Queering the map
A site where you can read the stories 2SLGBTQIA+ people have shared that are attached to various locations around the world (including Hamilton). Learn more about Queering the map.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.
My Kid is Gay
My Kid Is Gay is a first-of-its-kind digital presence, inclusive of videos, advice, and resources, dedicated exclusively toward helping parents understand their Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual children.
Trans Community Health
Trans Community Health is a weekly clinic for trans and gender non-conforming Hamiltonians. The clinic facilitates gender transitioning and hormone therapy for people 18 years and older who live in the city of Hamilton.
Speqtrum
A youth-founded, youth-run, and youth-focused skill-sharing and community building program for queer and trans young people in Hamilton, ON. Speqtrum has been hosting a lot of online programming during COVID-19, Learn more about Speqtrum
How academic strategies can help
A Student Success Mentor can help you strengthen your learning skills and improve your confidence. You can discuss strategies like:
- Study tips
- Note taking
- Time management
- Stress management
- Growth mindset
- Goal setting
How to book an appointment
- Create a WCOnline Peer Tutoring account (opens in new window)
- Book an appointment with a Student Success Mentor
- Under “Notes”, request to meet at Social Inc.
- Go to Social Inc. for your appointment