Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key concepts that are currently in the spotlight in our work lives, and in the public psyche. Over the years, these concepts gain prominence and popularity depending on the various influences from our environment – including politics and lived experience. Often, as soon as they arrived, they leave public prominence, to be discussed by experts in the field. That is, until other environmental influences bring them front and centre again.
The workplace, however, must consider and address these concepts at all times, because of the implications to human rights and workplace productivity. In this webinar, Anila Lee Yuen of the Centre for Newcomers discussed how organizations can identify and address systemic issues, and why only creating demographic diversity is not enough to truly ensure equity and inclusion.
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about the presenter
Anila Lee Yuen
President and Chief Executive Officer, Centre for Newcomers
Anila is the President & Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Newcomers. She has 25+ years of experience in the settlement sector. Since joining CFN in 2016, with the support of a staff team 160 strong, Anila has grown the agency by $5M, adding nationally recognized programming such as LGBTQ+ refugee supports and indigenous education for newcomers. Anila continues to strongly advocate for vulnerable persons; especially women and children.
Amongst many volunteer positions, Anila is the Vice Chair Ag Media at the Calgary Stampede, President at the Rotary Club Millennium in Calgary and on the University of Calgary Alumni Board. She is also a proud member of the International Women’s Forum, the Calgary Hippie Gardening Group, and enjoys training in martial arts.
Anila is a recipient of the Governor General's Award in Commemoration of the Person’s Case in 2001 for her work advocating for the rights of immigrant and minority women and children in Canada. Other accolades include University of Calgary Alumni Award, Top 40 Under 40 designation, Women of Inspiration and Top 25 Women of Influence in Canada.
Anila lives in Calgary with her husband Stefan and her puppy named Sith. They are the proud godparents to triplet boys and a baby girl.
