October 16, 2018 proclamation
Whereas 欧宝体育 is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion as principles of excellence in learning, research, teaching and service;
Whereas 欧宝体育 recognizes African Nova Scotians as a distinct people and acknowledges how they have shaped this province and University over centuries;
Whereas 欧宝体育 celebrates the contributions of all people of African descent and values their integral role; and
Whereas 欧宝体育 understands that we must learn from our past in order to create a truly equitable institution today and for future generations:
I do hereby proclaim the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent at 欧宝体育 and will take action to implement the Decade themes of recognition, justice, and development.

Richard Florizone
Former President & Vice-Chancellor 欧宝体育