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The Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism (EDI-AR) leads 91ÑÇÉ« in advancing sustainable, structural and systemic transformations to ensure EDI-AR commitments are reflected in all areas of the university. This work involves building important relationships within the broader university community and is achieved in several ways.

Community engagement events

The Office of EDI-AR proudly hosts a variety of impactful events aimed at fostering inclusivity, celebrating diverse cultures, and promoting meaningful conversations on social justice. Many events are established and occur annually.

International EDI-AR Conference

The annual International EDI-AR Conference brings together students, staff, researchers, faculty, community leaders and industry professionals in the fields of EDI-AR from around the globe. The fourth annual International EDI-AR Conference is scheduled for Thursday, May 6, 2027.

Human Rights Policy

Currently in development, 91ÑÇÉ«'s first Human Rights Policy will establish a clear and comprehensive framework for promoting and protecting human rights. The President's office is currently seeking input from the university community on a report and recommendations to support the implementation of the university™s human rights and EDI-AR work until July 15, 2026.

EDI-AR Strategic Plan

Currently in development, the EDI-AR Strategic Plan will guide 91ÑÇÉ« toward becoming a leading EDI-AR institution in Canada.

Committees and groups

As part of the work of the portfolio of the Office of EDI-AR, our office™s team members work with each other and other communities throughout and outside of 91ÑÇÉ«. This collaborative work includes participation on several committees and working groups.

The following committees and groups fall under the purview of the EDI-AR Office:

• Conference Planning Working Group
• Data Acquisition Working Group and Advisory Group
• EDI-AR Advisory Group
• Human Rights Policy Working Group
• Strategic Planning Team

Internal community contributions

In addition to participation within the Office of EDI-AR, our team members contribute to multiple committees and boards associated with other offices, departments and areas of operation for 91ÑÇÉ«.

Members of the EDI-AR team participated on the following committees, groups and boards:

• 2024 Teaching and Learning Conference Advisory Committee
• Accessibility Committee 
• Campaign Fundraising Priority
• Dean™s Council EDI Working Group
• EDI-AR Research Committee 
• EDI-AR Advisory Committee to Academic Leadership Searches
• Global Skills Opportunity Fund Steering Committee
• Ocean Frontier Institute EDIA Advisory Committee
• Peer Advisory Group on Indigenous Research Relationships
• Public Engagement Committee
• Renaming Task Force
• Research Advisory Committee