Research at ÂÜÀòÉäÇø aims to have positive and meaningful impacts on communities locally, nationally, and globally. To do this we must embrace diversity and recognize that all perspectives add value and breadth to research endeavours.
As an institution, ÂÜÀòÉäÇø is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. As part of its commitment to non-discrimination and employment equity, ÂÜÀòÉäÇø has endorsed the and the . ÂÜÀòÉäÇø has also signed on to the .
What is Equity, Diversity and Inclusion?
Equity is the removal of systemic barriers and biases enabling all individuals to have equal access to and to benefit from the program.
Diversity is differences in race, colour, place of origin, religion, immigrant and newcomer status, ethnic origin, ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.
Inclusion is the practice of ensuring that all individuals are valued and respected for their contributions and are equally supported.
What follows is a list of best practices and resources to aid researchers with the development of their research grant applications; specifically with respect to addressing equity, diversity and inclusion in the research team, the research environment, and research design.
Guides for Research Grant Applicants
Additional EDI Resources
- Note: this presentation given by Dr. Nicole Kaniki as part of ÂÜÀòÉäÇø's Research Week 2022 requires ÂÜÀòÉäÇø login credentials to view.
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion - Minded Practices in Virtual Learning Communities
- Radical Inclusion: Equity and Diversity Among Female Faculty at Simon Fraser University
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For information about ÂÜÀòÉäÇø's CRC EDI Action Plan, please visit ÂÜÀòÉäÇø's CRC Public Accountability and Transparency webpage.
For information about ÂÜÀòÉäÇø's institutional commitment to EDI, please visit the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion webpage.