Join us for this workshop facilitated by Native Youth Sexual Health Network! Co-presented with OPIRG Toronto and UTSU as part of DisOrientation 2011
Monday Sept 19th
2-4pm
University College Arts Centre
15 King’s College Circle
NOTE: THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. APPLICATIONS ARE NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED.
Job Opportunity at The Centre for Women and Trans People
Work Study Position: Peer Support Program Facilitator
Number of Vacancies: 1
Application Deadline: Apply ASAP. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. Positions are being filled on a rolling basis.
Start date: September 29, 2011 (and must be available for training on Saturday October 1st, 10am – 6pm)
Position Description:
This position will allow a well-organized student with an interest in community care, mutual support, counseling and/or social work the opportunity to facilitate Peer Support Programming at the Centre for Women and Trans People (St. George campus). The Peer Support Programme at the Centre for Women and Trans People is designed to provide women and trans students with support, advocacy and referrals from their peers on campus and in the community within a group meeting format on such issues as: violence and abuse, relationships, sexual health and sexuality, alcoholism and substance abuse, immigration, colonization, depression and suicide, poverty, single parenthood, ableism and disabilities, adjustments to student life, and concerns of mature students. The role of the Peer Support Programming Facilitator will be to coordinate and promote fall/winter Peer Support Programming at the Centre. The tasks of the Peer Support Facilitator include:
-Coordinate training for peer support volunteers within an anti-oppression framework.
-Work closely with trained peer support volunteers to implement and promote the peer
support groups at the Centre.
-Assist trained peer support volunteers with group process(es) and familiarity of resources around the specific group topics.
-Liaise with other groups on campus and in the community who offer services used in the Centre’s referrals.
-Promote the Centre’s Peer Support Programme to the University of Toronto and the wider community by using alternative media and social media, designing and distributing flyers and posters.
The individual will have the opportunity to work independently in a collective environment with the support and supervision of staff and Collective members. They will gain experience in programme coordination, including building organizational, networking, communication and community development skills. They will also acquire a deeper understanding of issues surrounding peer support, referrals and counseling.
Degree:
Bachelor
Masters
PhD
Other
Program of Study:
ANY-Discipline
Skills:
Analytical
Communication
Interpersonal
Management & Leadership
Organizational
How many hours of work are available:
12
Specify any special features about the hours of work:
– Must be available for training on Saturday October 1, 2011 from 10am-6pm
– The Centre for Women and Trans People is open Monday-Thursday 11am-6pm
– Occasional evenings may be required
How To Apply:
Please mail, e-mail, fax or drop off your resume, cover letter and one-page personal statement (details below) directly to The Centre for Women and Trans People at U of T c/o Hiring Committee. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your application.
All applications must be accompanied by a one-page personal statement on “Community organizing and working through oppression and privilege.” This statement is intended to give the Hiring Committee a bit of an idea of your understanding of community organizing, the work you’ve done and how you understand yourself in that work.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
· Mail
The Centre for Women & Trans People at U of T
c/o Hiring Committee
563 Spadina Ave., Room 100
North Borden Building
Toronto ON M5S 2J7
· Fax: (416) 978-1078
· Email: thecentre.hiring@gmail.com
· In person
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The Centre believes that those who are on the margins are often in better positions to understand how systems of oppression, power and privilege work and are maintained. We especially encourage people who are surviving racism, colonization, poverty, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, and sexism to apply for paid positions, as well as to volunteer in action groups and to join The Centre’s Collective.
NOTE: THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. APPLICATIONS ARE NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED.
Job Opportunity at The Centre for Women and Trans People
Work Study Position: Special Events Coordinator
Number of Vacancies: 1
Application Deadline: Apply ASAP. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. Positions are being filled on a rolling basis.
Start date: September 29, 2011 (and must be available for training on Saturday October 1st, 10am – 6pm)
Position Description:
This position will require a well-organized, creative, energetic individual to facilitate and coordinate special events programming for the Centre for Women and Trans People to coincide with our 25 year anniversary. As the experiences of many women and trans-identified people who use the Centre are shaped by systemic barriers, we strive to make our events and programming accessible and relevant. To ensure that the events and programming are accessible and relevant, part of the position will be to survey people who frequent the space to gather event ideas and potential speakers. The tasks of the Special Events Coordinator include:
-Conduct outreach to women and trans people on campus and in the larger community.
-Design and conduct a community survey to solicit ideas for our 25 year anniversary events.
-Develop a timeline and budget for the events.
-Coordinate a 25 year anniversary speakers’ series for the 2011-2012 academic year.
-Promote 25 year anniversary events to the University of Toronto and wider community by using alternative and social media, design and distribute flyers and posters.
-Work closely with staff, volunteers and the Collective to implement 25 year anniversary events in tandem with other special events programming at the Centre (eg. Women’s History Month, Pay Equity Day, International Transgender Day of Remembrance, Montreal Massacre Memorial, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence, African Liberation Month, etc.)
The individual will have the opportunity to work independently in a collective environment with the support and supervision of staff and Collective members. This position will allow the student to gain skills in community development, project planning, event management, budgeting, survey design, design of promotional materials, and community consultation. The individual will also gain a deeper understanding of coordinating events and programming for marginalized communities within an anti-oppression framework.
Degree:
Bachelor
Masters
PhD
Other
Program of Study:
ANY-Discipline
Skills:
Analytical
Communication
Creative
Interpersonal
Management & Leadership
Organizational
How many hours of work are available:
12
Specify any special features about the hours of work:
– Must be available for training on Saturday October 1, 2011 from 10am-6pm
– The Centre for Women and Trans People is open Monday-Thursday 11am-6pm
– Occasional evenings and weekends may be required
How To Apply:
Please mail, e-mail, fax or drop off your resume, cover letter and one-page personal statement (details below) directly to The Centre for Women and Trans People at U of T c/o Hiring Committee. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your application.
All applications must be accompanied by a one-page personal statement on “Community organizing and working through oppression and privilege.” This statement is intended to give the Hiring Committee a bit of an idea of your understanding of community organizing, the work you’ve done and how you understand yourself in that work.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
· Mail
The Centre for Women & Trans People at U of T
c/o Hiring Committee
563 Spadina Ave., Room 100
North Borden Building
Toronto ON M5S 2J7
· Fax: (416) 978-1078
· Email: thecentre.hiring@gmail.com
· In person
*****
The Centre believes that those who are on the margins are often in better positions to understand how systems of oppression, power and privilege work and are maintained. We especially encourage people who are surviving racism, colonization, poverty, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, and sexism to apply for paid positions, as well as to volunteer in action groups and to join The Centre’s Collective.
NOTE: DEADLINE HAS PASSED. APPLICATIONS ARE NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED.
Job Opportunity at The Centre for Women and Trans People
Work Study Position: Trans Inclusion Group Facilitator
Number of Vacancies: 1
Application Deadline: Apply ASAP. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. Positions are being filled on a rolling basis.
Start date: September 29, 2011 (and must be available for training on Saturday October 1st, 10am – 6pm)
Position Description:
The Trans Inclusion Group Facilitator will work with the Trans Inclusion Group at the Centre for Women and Trans People in assessing and addressing the systemic barriers that face Two-Spirit, trans, and intersex individuals at the University of Toronto (with a focus on their academic experiences and ability to access services) as well as within the broader Toronto communities. This position was developed to continue the Centre’s commitment to trans inclusion and anti-oppression politics, with a specific view to continually implement the Centre’s Trans Inclusion Policy. The tasks of the Trans Inclusion Group Facilitator include:
-Conduct outreach to expand participation of Two-Spirit, trans, and intersex individuals within The Centre’s work.
-Network with Two-Spirit, trans, and intersex groups on campus and in the community that are working on trans issues.
-Coordinate educational programming around transphobia at the Centre.
-Work closely with staff, volunteers and the Collective to implement and advocate the Trans Inclusion Policy throughout the Centre’s programming.
-Work with staff, volunteers and the Collective to coordinate the commemoration of the International Transgender Day of Remembrance (November 20th).
-Attend Trans Inclusion Group meetings.
The individual will have the opportunity to work independently in a collective environment with the support and supervision of staff and Collective members. They will gain experience in policy development, as well as in the areas of leadership, network and community building, communication, advocacy and analysis. They will also acquire an increased understanding of trans history, transphobia and trans issues.
Degree:
Bachelor
Masters
PhD
Other
Program of Study:
ANY-Discipline
Skills:
Analytical
Communication
Interpersonal
Management & Leadership
Organizational
How many hours of work are available:
12
Specify any special features about the hours of work:
– Must be available for training on Saturday October 1, 2011 from 10am-6pm
– The Centre for Women and Trans People is open Monday-Thursday 11am-6pm
– Occasional evenings may be required
How To Apply:
Please mail, e-mail, fax or drop off your resume, cover letter and one-page personal statement (details below) directly to The Centre for Women and Trans People at U of T c/o Hiring Committee. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your application.
All applications must be accompanied by a one-page personal statement on “Community organizing and working through oppression and privilege.” This statement is intended to give the Hiring Committee a bit of an idea of your understanding of community organizing, the work you’ve done and how you understand yourself in that work.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
· Mail
The Centre for Women & Trans People at U of T
c/o Hiring Committee
563 Spadina Ave., Room 100
North Borden Building
Toronto ON M5S 2J7
· Fax: (416) 978-1078
· Email: thecentre.hiring@gmail.com
· In person
*****
The Centre believes that those who are on the margins are often in better positions to understand how systems of oppression, power and privilege work and are maintained. We especially encourage people who are surviving racism, colonization, poverty, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, and sexism to apply for paid positions, as well as to volunteer in action groups and to join The Centre’s Collective.
NOTE: WORK-STUDY HIRING DEADLINE IS OVER. APPLICATIONS ARE NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED.
We are currently hiring for Work-Study positions for the 2011-2012 academic year!
Deadline to apply: Apply ASAP. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview and positions are being filled on a rolling basis.
Start Date:September 29, 2011 (and must be available for training on Saturday October 1st, 10am – 6pm)
POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
* Trans Inclusion Group Facilitator (1 position)
* Peer Support Program Facilitator (1 position)
* Special Events Coordinator (1 position: UPDATE: POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED)
* Food Justice Project Facilitator (2 positions: UPDATE: POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED)
* Dr. Chun Resource Library Facilitator (1 position: UPDATE: POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED)
Please read the following criteria and application instructions carefully before applying.
The Work-Study Program provides opportunity for eligible University of Toronto students to be employed part-time on-campus during the Fall and Winter terms (ending March 2, 2012).
YOU MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA IN ORDER TO APPLY:
Who is eligible for Work-Study?
Students are eligible to participate in Work-Study if they have:
1) Applied and qualified for OSAP funding as a resident of Ontario OR have qualified for student financial aid from a province/territory other than Ontario (confirmation required); OR are receiving Band funding from the Aboriginal Student Support Program (confirmation required)
AND, students must
2) Be registered in at least 60% of a full course load for each semester during the academic year in which they wish to apply (40% for students with permanent disabilities)
Students registered in Toronto School of Theology programs are ineligible to participate in the Work-Study Program.
I meet these criteria. What do I do next?
Students who meet these criteria, and are offered a position, must complete a Declaration of Eligibility/Hiring form. The form is available online after September 1, 2011 or at these locations:
* Admissions and Awards, 172 St. George Street
* Campus Career Centres
* St. George Career Centre, 214 College Street
* Career Centre at UTM , South Building, Room 2122
* Academic Advising & Career Centre at UTSC, Science Wing, Room AC213
Please note only ONE job per student is allowed.
Can Work-Study income affect my OSAP award?
Yes, it’s possible. Currently OSAP policy states that a student may have an average income of $50 per week during the study period. A higher income could reduce student’s OSAP entitlement or result in an overpayment affecting future assistance. Actual effect depends on factors such as how much OSAP funding student is receiving and whether there are other study period income(s) in addition to Work-Study income. Students concerned about this policy and its effect on their OSAP award should contact Admissions and Awards directly, (416) 978-2190 for further advice.
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HOW TO APPLY:
Please mail, e-mail, fax or drop off your resume, cover letter and one-page personal statement (details below) directly to The Centre for Women and Trans People at U of T c/o Hiring Committee. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your application.
All applications must be accompanied by a one-page personal statement on “Community organizing and working through oppression and privilege.” This statement is intended to give the Hiring Committee a bit of an idea of your understanding of community organizing, the work you’ve done and how you understand yourself in that work.
*****
The Centre believes that those who are on the margins are often in better positions to understand how systems of oppression, power and privilege work and are maintained. We especially encourage people who are surviving racism, colonization, poverty, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, and sexism to apply for paid positions, as well as to volunteer in action groups and to join The Centre’s Collective.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 22, 12-4pm
Drop in anytime and check out our space, enjoy yummy food and make new friends!
Featuring The Spice: Community Cooking, button-making, scrap-booking and free RAFFLE PRIZES from campus and community organizations including old issues of Fireweed Journal and special prize packs from Good for Her and Come as You Are!
FREE & all food & supplies provided!
When: Thursday September 15, 2011, 3-6pm
Where: Dr. Chun Resource Library, in The Centre for Women and Trans People at U of T
Join us for this casual drop-in social to check out our in-house library and our social justice-themed collection of books, zines, periodicals, vertical files, DVDs and CDs. Learn more about volunteer opportunities, events and programming including ‘Radical Reads’ book club and ‘Words of Resistance’ poetry & spoken word nights. Meet new people, eat yummy food and enjoy an exciting art showcase including video and poetry! Free raffle draw to win special issues of Fireweed journal!
The Dr. Chun Resource Library is a joint project between OPIRG-Toronto and The Centre for Women and Trans People at U of T
WHEN: Wednesday September 7, 10am-2pm
WHERE: Hart House Circle
We’ll be tabling at UTSU Clubs Day again this year, and we’d love to see you! Drop by our table to meet us, hear more about The Centre, upcoming events and work-study and volunteer opportunities. We’ll have lots of flyers, stickers, sexual health materials (dam, condoms, lube). Ask us questions, get info, and say hi!
==>Trans Film Night: “SOME LIKE IT HOT”
==>Free Film! Free Snacks! Free Talk!
The Trans Film Screening Series hosts a FREE screening of:
“SOME LIKE IT HOT”
Everyone welcome. Allies welcome.
► SOME LIKE IT HOT: is the classic cinematic cross-dressing film starring Marilyn Monroe. Two penniless musicians, Joe (Tony Curtis) and Jerry (Jack Lemmon) in Chicago in the prohibition era, accidentally witness a mob killing. The gangsters want to eliminate witnesses so the heroes have to get a disguise, and get out of town. The only way is to take up jobs as musicians in an all-girl band – giving rise to their new identities of “Daphne” and “Josephine”. Hilarious complications ensue . . .
Yes, that’s right, the Trans Film Screening Series is showing “Some Like It Hot”. Let’s revisit this film to see what it has to say about gender. Or, just come have fun. Let’s explore how the film speaks to poverty, kink, notions of play, disguise versus transformation, problems of sexual difference, subversion, parody, censorship, stereotypes, white appropriation of jazz music and the entire history of cross-dressing on screen. Or, just come have fun. Come dressed in your best “Marilyn”. Or, just come have fun. In the heat of August we offer a social, low-pressure and casual evening.
dir.: Billy Wilder
rated: unrated (1959)
language: English with closed-captioning
DATE AND TIME:
Monday August 22, 2011
6:30pm – 8:30pm
FREE
LOCATION:
The Centre for Women and Trans People
563 Spadina Ave. rm.100
wheelchair accessible through Bancroft Avenue
seating may be limited
For info and accessibility accommodations contact: tig.action.toronto@gmail.com
Vegan & nut-free meal/snacks (ingredient list available)
Open discussion afterwards.
womenscentre.sa.utoronto.ca
416-978-8201
Sunday, June 26, 2011
1pm-3:30pm
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