Shruti Gola Taraschi-Carr is the Director of Race Relations, Equity, and Inclusion for the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission.  The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is committed to actively engaging and working with all Nova Scotians and our diverse communities to address issues of discrimination by effectively advancing equity and dignity, fostering positive and respectful relationships, and protecting human rights. Shruti, or Gola as she is more commonly known, has worked for a number of years to seed and cultivate restorative processes in criminal justice, community services, child welfare settings, schools, post-secondary and workplace settings. 

Session Description:

This session facilitated by the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission will explore discrimination as it relates to the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act. Participants will receive an overview of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act, the structure of the Commission and its Dispute Resolution Pathway. They will also have the opportunity for personal reflection on issues such as privilege and equity and the impact of harassment and discrimination in workplaces and communities.