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Grad Level: SOJE606 BR-Changing the Political Terrain: Approaches to Organizing - Intersession 2022Date: Jan 23, 2022Location: Brantford, CACompany: Wilfrid Laurier UniversityFaculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Liberal ArtsDepartment: Social Justice and Community Engmt.Campus: BrantfordEmployee Group: WLUFARequisition ID: 3086Position Title: GRADUATE LEVEL: SOJE606 BR – Changing the Political Terrain: Approaches to OrganizingFaculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Liberal ArtsTerm: Intersession May 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Days/Times: Monday and Wednesday 8:30am – 11:20amHours per week/Hours Total: 6 per week/36 totalAnticipated Class Size: 25Additional Course Requirements: NonePosted on: Jan 23, 2022Posting ends: Feb. 7, 2022Position Summary: This course examines different possibilities for community organizing, exploring the limits and possibilities for each within the Canadian legislative and regulatory environment. It introduces examples, past and present, of how activists have sought social/environmental justice on the local, national and global terrain. Students assess organizing models ranging from not-for-profit charitable organizations to grassroots community initiatives to mass movement mobilizations in relation to the challenges and opportunities each presents for securing funding, empowering marginalized communities and politicizing issues.Qualifications – Required: MAQualifications – Discipline: Social and/or environmental justice training in the Humanities or the Social SciencesQualifications – Other: A background in social and/or environmental justice practice is preferred for applicants, particularly in relation to the organizing approach/es and key topics covered in the position summary.MA required, PhD preferredThe successful candidate will be expected to familiarize themselves with the SJCE program and work closely with the Graduate Coordinator to ensure assignments reflect the needs of the program.Salary: $8,414.99Application Deadline: Monday February 7, 2022Submit with Application: CV (required)Cover Letter (required for external applicantsTeaching Dossier, including course evaluations (required for external applicants)One page summary of course topics and a list of sample readings (optional for internal applicants/required for external applicants)Applicants will be required to submit proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract. It is highly recommended that applicants include this verification with their application.Applications may be addressed to: Dr. Brenda Murphyc/o Nicole MorganPlease indicate the course number in the email subject line. Questions can be directed to Nicole Morgan by email (nmorgan@wlu.ca).To Apply: Please click the gold “Apply Now” button located on the top right hand side of the page.You will be asked to sign in if you have already created an account. If you are not a registered user you may create an account to apply to career opportunities. Once an account is created you will be able to sign in to apply for the position.This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.Please Note: For Supplementary Remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Lauriers Employee Success Factors.Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier Universitys Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Lauriers core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at hr@wlu.ca.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.Members of the designated groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:During this time of remote learning environment, the PTACs do not have access to Official Files. If there are documents you submitted to your Official File you would like the PTAC to use in the review of your application, you will need to include those documents when applying for positions.All Laurier employees and students are required to comply with the Universitys Covid-19 mandatory vaccination policy. Prior to attending Lauriers campuses in-person, you must provide proof of your vaccination status. Prior to becoming fully vaccinated, you will be required to participate in and comply with the Universitys rapid testing program and follow all recommended additional health and safety protocols. Details about the mandatory vaccination requirements can be found on Lauriers website.In-person teaching will be supported by classroom safety and hygiene protocols aligned with public health guidelines in effect at the time and will adhere to any COVID-19 related university policies including the COVID-19 face covering policy. Questions related to classroom safety protocols can be directed to SHERM (shermcovid19@wlu.ca). Questions related to employment accommodation needs can be directed to the confidential Health & Abilities team in Human Resources cgruhl@wlu.ca.Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a CV and letter of introduction will be required in electronic form.Job Type: Part-timeQuick Apply

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