Rohene Bouajram

We find ourselves amid a defining year in North America, a time when profound themes such as immigration, genocide, global conflict, and heightened political polarization demand urgent reflection and action. This prompts a critical question: How can our institutions function as venues for meaningful reflection and dialogue for today’s intricate issues and uncomfortable truths?

The future of postsecondary athletics in Alberta is up in the air following proposed legislation that may restrict trans athletes from competing against cisgender women, despite conflicting evidence on the competitive advantages for such athletes. In October, the provincial government introduced the Fairness and Safety in Sport Act, also known as Bill 29. If passed, all postsecondary institutions must create athlete eligibility policies, separating trans women from female sport competitions.

A community-based assessment is a holistic practice that provides prospective learners with the experiential learning and information necessary to start or return to their educational journey. Our positionalities depend on the environment and the context we are a part of. There are intersecting pieces, some of which we show more of and some less, depending on the relationships we are forming or maintaining.