Statement from CAREB-ACCER’s Board of Directors on Anti-Black Racism

August 18, 2020

To the CAREB-ACCER and broader Research Ethics Community,

In light of the protests taking place over the past few months across the U.S., Canada and the world, we want to make it clear that CAREB-ACCER’s Board of Directors denounces anti-Black racism and all forms of racism and prejudice. We stand in solidarity with our Black communities and those committed to supporting ongoing efforts to end anti-Black racism here in Canada, the U.S. and across the world.

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CAREB-ACCER 2020 Conference Update

Given the quickly escalating situation with COVID-19, including the fact that many Canadian institutions are not allowing travel, the CAREB-ACCER conference will not take place on April 1 – 3, 2020.

We are currently looking at possible alternatives and will provide updates as soon as additional information becomes available.

Location : Brookstreet Hotel, Ottawa Main Conference : April 2 & 3 Workshop day : April 1