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Join the #UofTResearchChallenge

Through the #UofTResearchChallenge we want to highlight your passion for U of T’s diverse research community, research initiatives and learn how you’ve integrated EDI into your research practice or design. To join the challenge, click on the learn more tab below and upload your submissions. All chosen entries will include a U of T prize pack.

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Join the #UofTResearchChallenge

Through the #UofTResearchChallenge we want to highlight your passion for U of T’s diverse research community, research initiatives and learn how you’ve integrated EDI into your research practice or design. To join the challenge, click on the learn more tab below and upload your submissions. All chosen entries will include a U of T prize pack.

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Equity

Equity means fairness. It is the removal of systemic barriers and biases enabling all individuals to have equal access to and to benefit from any aspect of society. It accounts for everyone’s different and unique identities, lived experiences, and backgrounds, and reflectively allocates for resources needed to reach an equal outcome. A commitment to equity acknowledges that disparities in opportunities are rooted in historical and contemporary injustices and systemic barriers.

Diversity

Diversity is defined as differences in race, place of origin, religion, immigrant and newcomer status, ethnic origin, ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, and many other aspects of identity. It consists of the conditions, expressions, and experiences of different groups.

Inclusion

Inclusion is the practice of creating an environment that ensures all individuals are treated equitably, has access to the same opportunities, and feels welcome and respected. Inclusion means actively fostering the conditions in which everyone can fully participate and maximize their creativity and contributions free of bias or discrimination.

VPRI’s role

  • Provide guidance on EDI initiatives related to research and innovation;
  • Support the implementation of EDI best practices in research and innovation;
  • Support compliance with EDI requirements for federally-sponsored research programs.

Events

Genealogies of Racism, Risk Management, and Reparation: Rethinking Japanese Studies and Institutionalized Whiteness In The Postwar University

Wednesday, October 26, 2022, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Asian Institute at the Muck School of Global Affairs and Public Policy

Planning for Equity with Data

Monday, October 24, 2022, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
DLSPH (Dalla Lana School of Public Health)

Community Engagement Series – Meaningful Community Engagement: An Introduction to Best Practices

Thursday, October 20, 2022, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
CRIS (Centre for Research and Innovation Support)

Islamophobia & Higher Education Conference

Wednesday, October 12, 2022, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
University of Toronto Scarborough

Racial Trauma: How Racism can cause PTSD, with Monnica Williams | Janis Rotman Distinguished Lecture Series on Mental Wellness

Thursday, October 6, 2022, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social work

Community Engagement Series – Let’s Talk: Putting Community in Community-Engaged Research

Friday, September 30, 2022, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
CRIS (Centre for Research and Innovation Support)

Addressing EDI Considerations in Your NSERC Discovery/RTI Application

Friday, September 30, 2022, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm
CRIS (Centre for Research and Innovation Support)

Decolonizing and Indigenizing Evidence-based Medicine

Thursday, September 29, 2022, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy

Indigenizing Health Symposium: Rethinking with Spirit

Wednesday, September 28, 2022, 8:30 am to Thursday, September 29, 2022, 1:15 pm
Dalla Lana School of Public Health

Jacqueline Quinless on Decolonizing Data: Livestream Booklaunch

Thursday, September 22, 2022, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Institute for Gender and the Economy (GATE) and Sandra Rotman Centre for Health Sector Strategy

Addressing Invisibilities of Immigration Status in Child Welfare Practice, with Rupaleem Bhuyan & Bilqees Mohamed

Friday, July 29, 2022, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work

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