Resources for Students
KNOTS: An Undergraduate Journal of Disability Studies
KNOTS is a peer reviewed undergraduate journal of disability studies, housed out of the University of Toronto. We are currently seeking submissions for our 8th issue entitled “Reimagining Solidarity and Care.” A detailed call for submissions can be downloaded as a PDF or viewed here.
This issue of KNOTS “Reimagining Solidarity and Care,” responds to the ways in which the concept of “care” is increasingly mobilized to justify ableist, sanist, transphobic, and genocidal violence. Around the globe, as protective legislation is dismantled, and ongoing wars and genocides work to debilitate vulnerable communities, we seek to highlight the importance of cross-movement and intra-disability analysis and organizing. This issue of KNOTS explores what it means to build solidarity – nationally and transnationally – as a means of strengthening our collective, critical capacity for mutual aid, support, and allyship.
We are calling for:
Written manuscripts of up to 4500 words (including citations).
Artistic submissions with an artist’s statement of up to 350 words
Film and book reviews of up to 1500 words.
The deadline for submissions is December 19th, 2025 at 11:59pm (EST)
Submission must be word documents and emailed to knots.contact@gmail.com
For more information please visit:
https://knotsjournal.carrd.co/
KNOTS is also seeking peer reviewers for the editorial board! If you are interested, find more information in our Call for Reviewers. We will prioritize disabled, mad and BIPoC applicants.
The Women's and Gender Studies Department and Disability Studies program present the first student-faculty dialogue event. Please join us on November 12, 2025 from 1:00-2:00pm in the CRiCS Knowledge Mobilizaiton Lab for a discussion led by Dr. Aarzoo Singh.
Find a map to CRiCS here
Wheelchair accessible
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Register now to join the Fall Institute 2025: Co-creating Leadership Spaces with Youth with Disabilities, a four-day virtual opportunity taking place on November 12, 13, 17, and 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.
With more than 20 speakers and presenters from across Canada, the Institute will feature trainings, panels, workshops, and research presentations designed to engage youth and young researchers with disabilities in leadership spaces. Day three will include research presentations, featuring a young researcher showcase in partnership with the PROUD Project.
The Institute aims to enhance leadership and community-based research skills, foster meaningful dialogue, and connect participants with disabilities and their allies nationwide.
Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant pour participer à l'Institut d'automne 2025 : Co-créer des espaces de leadership avec les jeunes vivant avec des handicaps, un événement virtuel de quatre jours qui se tiendra les 12, 13, 17 et 18 novembre, de 11 h à 17 h (HNE).
Avec plus de 20 conférenciers et présentateurs de partout au Canada, l'Institut proposera des formations, des tables rondes, des ateliers et des présentations de recherche conçus pour impliquer les jeunes et les jeunes chercheurs vivant avec des handicaps dans des espaces de leadership. La troisième journée comprendra des présentations de recherche, avec une vitrine de jeunes chercheurs en partenariat avec le projet « PROUD ».
L'Institut vise à améliorer les compétences en matière de leadership et de recherche communautaire, à favoriser un dialogue constructif et à mettre en relation les participants handicapés et leurs alliés à l'échelle nationale.
February 13-14, 2026
Held via Zoom
The conference aims to "crip" - or transform - dominant sexual narratives and reimagine what desire, love, and connection can look like through lived experiences of disabled people.
Our sponsors:
University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Community Health Sciences
The University of Winnipeg, Disability Studies Program
Centre for Sexuality; University of Calgary, O'Brien Institute for Public Health, Health Equity Hub; SGWH* research hub; Disability and Sexuality Lab
Our partners:
Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies Student Association (CRDSSA)
Visit the conference website or download the call for papers
Email: disabilitysexualityconference@gmail.com
X: @DisSex_Lab
Generation Z Women Leading Globally - United Nations Association of Canada (UNA-Canada)
Calling all young women leaders across Canada!
Join the "Generation Z Women Leading Globally" initiative
Are you passionate about leadership, diplomacy, and making your voice heard on the world stage?
The United Nations Association of Canada (UNA-Canada) is looking for young women from every province and territory to join an exciting new national cohort - Generation Z Women Leading Globally.
What You'll Gain:
- Hands-on training through our Policy & Diplomacy Fellowship. (2-4 hours per week, virtual)
- Workshops on global governance, feminist foreign policy, advocacy, and communication.
- Mentorship from women leaders in diplomacy, policy, and international relations.
- The opportunity to represent your community on a national stage.
- A platform to contribute ideas, collaborate nationally, and connect globally.
Who We're Looking For:
Young women (Gen Z) across Canada who are:
- Passionate about leadership, equality, and international cooperation.
- Interested in diplomacy, public service, or advocacy.
- Ready to learn, collaborate, and represent their province or territory.
Program Duration: 8 weeks. (virtual)
Time Commitment: 2 hours per week.
Hosted by: UNA-Canada SDG Council - SDG 5: Gender Equality.
Apply now and be part of the next generation shaping Canada's voice in the world!
For more information or to apply, contact UNA-Canada SDG 5: unacsdg5@outlook.com
Download more information [PDF]
The University of Winnipeg is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming space for all 2SLGBTQ+ students, staff, faculty, and community members. We are committed to gender inclusivity, countering homophobia and transphobia, decolonizing gender and sexuality, and building community by, with, and for UWinnipeg members with diverse gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities.
Access information here about opportunities to connect, resources, services, and learning opportunities for 2SLGBTQ+ faculty, staff, and students, and their allies.
This resource guide was developed specifically for trans and gender diverse students at The University of Winnipeg. It provides information and resources for navigating aspects of UWinnipeg’s systems and campuses, as well as links to services and supports outside of UWinnipeg that are relevant for trans and gender diverse students. This guide may also serve as a resource for those supporting trans and gender diverse students.
This guide will continue to be updated to reflect accurate information on our programs, facilities, systems, and services and how they help to meet the needs and priorities of trans and gender diverse students.
The Sexual Violence Response Team is a small group of senior staff who coordinate accommodations and resources for students who have experienced sexual violence. They can be reached at 204-230-6660 (call or text) or at svrt@uwinnipeg.ca
Available during University business hours (Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:00pm).
Learn more about the Sexual Violence Response Team and the supports available to the UW community