IDEA-L Program

What is the IDEA-L Program?

Introducing IDEA-L: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Leadership! This FREE virtual four-session leadership program is designed specifically for Indigenous, Black, and Racialized people with disabilities seeking to build capacity and gain education about disability rights, history, and advocacy. The program will unpack key topics like understanding your rights, exploring disability justice movements, fostering community solidarity, and mastering self-advocacy. You’ll engage in interactive discussions, exchange valuable resources, and develop essential leadership skills. We want to uplift you as an individual changemaker in your community.

Who should join?

  • Participants must self identify as Indigenous, Black or Racialized AND living with a disability.

  • No prior leadership experience is required. 

The program will be offered in two cohorts—East Coast (Toronto) and West Coast (Winnipeg & Vancouver)—each with 4 sessions. 

Program Dates

East Coast:

  • Tuesday, March 4, 2025 | 11am to 1pm EST

  • Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | 11am to 1pm EST

  • Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | 11am to 1pm EST

  • Tuesday, March 25, 2025 | 11am to 1pm EST

West Coast:

  • Saturday, June 7th, 2025 | 11am to 1pm PST

  • Saturday, June 14th, 2025 | 11am to 1pm PST

  • Saturday, June 21st, 2025 | 11am to 1pm PST

  • Saturday, June 28th, 2025 | 11am to 1pm PST

Apply to join IDEA-L

IDEA-L Members

If you are already a member of the IDEA-L program, access the portal with resources here!