WHERE TO FIND US

MAP LEGEND

  1. Society for Students with a Disability (SSD)
  2. Gender Empowerment Centre (GEM)
  3. General Office
  4. Board of Director Offices
  5. Students of Colour Collective (SOCC)
  6. SSD Respite Room
  7. Elevator
  8. Campus Dental Victoria
  9. Campus Pharmacy 
  10. Munchie Bar
  11. Cinecenta 
  12. Gendered Bathrooms
  13. SUB Upper Lounge 
  14. Studentcare Office
  15. ZAP Copy
  16. Info Booth
  17. Gender Neutral Bathrooms & Lift Bathroom
  18. Health Food Bar
  19. Michele Pujol Room
  20. The Grill 
  21. Bean There
  22. Subtext 
  23. Vertigo
  24. Felicita’s

CONTACT INFO

SOCIAL MEDIA

OFFICE CONTACT

Office Coordinator: uvicssd@uvic.ca

Education & Administration Coordinator: edussd@uvic.ca

Phone: (250) 472-5397

Location: Student Union Building B111

Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

VOLUNTEERING & NEWSLETTER

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FAQ

At the SSD, we recognize that disability is a broad and diverse experience. We welcome students with visible and invisible disabilities, as well as students facing mental health barriers, into our community and spaces. You do not need a formal diagnosis to be part of the SSD community. We support self-identification and believe that each person is the expert on their own lived experience. If you identify as disabled or experience barriers related to disability, you are welcome here.

No. You do not need a formal diagnosis to be part of the SSD community. We welcome students who self-identify as disabled, as well as those who are exploring their relationship to disability and accessibility. If you have questions about diagnosis, self-identification, or accessing support, we encourage you to email us or visit our space. Our staff and community members are happy to chat and help connect you with resources.

MEMBERSHIP

MEMBERSHIP 

Membership in the Society will consist of Full Members and Associate Members. 

Full Members of the Society include anyone who: 

  • is a member in good standing of the UVSS or GSS at UVic, 
  • and self-identifies as a person with a disability. 

Associate Members include anyone who: 

  • is an alumni member of the Society; or 
  • is an incoming student who identifies as a student with a disability; or 
  • is a returning student who identifies as a student with a disability; or 
  • is a caregiver, care aid, or support worker to a UVic student (incoming or returning), community, or alumni with a disability; or 
  • is a member of the UVic Community and is accepted by the Collective Council of the Society as an Associate Member. 

RIGHTS OF FULL MEMBERS  

Full Members of the Society will have the following rights: 

  • right to be nominated or self-nominate for open Council positions and to hold an Council role if successfully elected into that role; 
  • UVSS staff are ineligible to be considered full members, regardless of whether they fulfil all other eligibility requirements for full membership. 
  • to participate in and vote at Annual, Semi-Annual, and Special General Meetings of the Society; 
  • to attend meetings of the Council, other than in-camera sessions, and speak at such meetings;
  • to become a voting member of Society committees; 
  • to obtain a copy of the Constitution and Bylaws; 
  • to obtain a copy of all Council minutes within 5 business days of requesting minutes, if no formatting accommodations are requested; 
  • to obtain, in a timely manner, a copy of any Council minutes or of the Constitution and Bylaws in alternative formats that are reasonably available; 
  • to have access to the financial records of the Society on giving reasonable notice to the Finance Director; and 
  • to receive reasonable accommodations at Society events;
  • join in learning opportunities and workshops offered by and for the Society.

RIGHTS OF ASSOCIATE MEMBERS 

  • Associate Members will have the same rights as Full Members except for the right to vote in Annual, Semi-Annual, and Special General Meetings. 
  • Associate Members may not be nominated or elected into council roles. 

Both members and associate members can access programming and supports that the SSD provides. However, fee-paying members are prioritized.

The SSD is a post-secondary student advocacy group within the University of Victoria Students’ Society (UVSS). We are dedicated to promoting the full participation, inclusion, and well-being of UVic students who self-identify as having one or more disabilities. Our work focuses on reducing barriers across the social, emotional, and academic aspects of student life.

Our goal is to raise awareness of the barriers and challenges faced by students with disabilities and to advocate for meaningful change within the UVic community. We collaborate with campus partners and stakeholders to advance accessibility and equity, challenge and address institutional discrimination, and foster inclusive, anti-oppressive spaces. We have a lounge space located in the Student Union Building where students can relax and decompress between classes and access our services such as support from our staff, free snacks, use our desktop computers and free black/white printing! We also host a variety of social events and educational workshops for students to connect with one another and resources in the community.

To learn more head to our About Us page!

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

What Can I Do as a Volunteer?

There are many ways to get involved with SSD, and we welcome volunteers with a wide range of interests, skills, and availability. In the past, volunteers signed up for specific roles in advance. While this provided lots of choice, it also required significant coordination. To make volunteering more flexible and accessible, we are moving to a volunteer mailing list system. By joining the mailing list, you’ll receive monthly emails outlining upcoming volunteer opportunities and areas where support is needed. You can then respond to the opportunities that interest you and fit your schedule. This allows you to choose how and when you’d like to support SSD throughout the year.

Examples of Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer needs vary throughout the year and may include:

  • Event setup and takedown
  • Assisting during events
  • Tabling and community outreach
  • Creating or updating resources
  • Organizing the SSD lounge & office
  • Monitoring Zoom for online or hybrid events
  • Participating in our #Access4All campaign

Eligibility

Everyone is welcome to volunteer with the SSD community.

How Do I Sign Up?

Use the button below to join our volunteer mailing list. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at uvicssd@uvic.ca.

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