Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee

Report

The 4th Meeting of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee

Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 4:00 P.m. - 5:00 P.m.

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The City of London is situated on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabek (AUh-nish-in-ah-bek), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-no-show-nee), Lūnaapéewak (Len-ah-pay-wuk) and Attawandaron (Add-a-won-da-run).

We honour and respect the history, languages and culture of the diverse Indigenous people who call this territory home. The City of London is currently home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit today.

As representatives of the people of the City of London, we are grateful to have the opportunity to work and live in this territory.

Attendance

• PRESENT: R. O'Hagan (Chair), K. Burke, N. Fragis, R. Gill, B. Hill, L. Ochoa, J. Pineda, and K. Mason (Committee Clerk)

   

  ABSENT: S. Evoy, N. Fahd, M. Castillo, P. Gill, 

   

  ALSO PRESENT: R. Morris, J. Rancroft, W. Roberts, B. Westlake-Power

   

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1.

Call to Order

1.1

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed. 

2.

Opening Ceremonies

2.1

Acknowledgement of Indigenous Lands

That it BE NOTED that the Acknowledgment of Indigenous Lands was read by R. O'Hagan. 

2.2

Traditional Opening

That it BE NOTED that no Traditional Opening was received. 

3.

Scheduled Items

3.1

Feedback on Committee Recruitment Process and Policies Update 

• That it BE NOTED that a verbal presentation, from J. Raycroft, Manager, Elections, Strategic Integration and Policy, with respect to the committee recruitment process and policies update including the survey as appended to the agenda, was received; it being further noted that the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee held a general discussion with respect to this matter. C06-2023

3.2

Flags at City Hall Policy Review Update 

• That it BE NOTED that the verbal update from W. Roberts, Chair, PRISM, in regard to the Flags at City Hall Policy Review and Flag and Proclamation Request for Intersex Awareness Day, was received; it being noted that the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee held a general discussion regarding these matters. 

4.

Consent

4.1

3rd Report of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee

• That it BE NOTED that the 3rd Report of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on March 9, 2023, was received.

4.2

H. Karky Resignation

• That the resignation of H. Karky BE RECEIVED with regret.

5.

Sub-Committees and Working Groups

None. 

6.

Items for Discussion

6.1

Request to Create a Sub-Committee - Recommendations for Council Appointment Process 

• That the creation of a sub-committee of the Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Oppression Community Advisory Committee (DIACAC) to review the Municipal Council's appointment process, BE APPROVED; it being noted that the intention of the sub-committee work would be to make recommendations to the Municipal Council for potential improvements to the processes of recruitment and appointments to the City's Agencies, Boards, Commissions and/or Community Advisory Committees; it being further noted that the DIACAC is committed to offering advice to the Municipal Council in relation to improving equitable and diverse representation.

7.

Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 5:25 PM.