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"Laurier is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as part of its core values, and understands that the effective creation and dissemination of new knowledge must take place in an academic community that recognizes the dignity and value of each and every one of its students, staff and faculty members."
Deborah Maclatchy, PhD
President and Vice Chancellor
Laurier's Action Plan
Wilfrid Laurier University is a thriving academic community where EDI and Indigeneity are a part of our core values as a learning institution. In pursuit of these goals we have put an action plan in place for which we hold ourselves accountable.
The Intersection of EDI and Academic Freedom
Freedom of expression, which historically served to fight injustice, inequality, and marginalization, is often turned against those seeking justice, equality, and inclusion. The university upholds the value of free expression and diversity of thought as essential to the pursuit of knowledge. These freedoms are not unlimited, including in classrooms or other instructional contexts. (Excerpted from “The Intersection of Freedom of Expression and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion” statement.)
Student Support
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Andrea Davis, Associate Vice-President: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Spotlights
Laurier supports Waterloo Region District School Board’s second annual Black Brilliance conference
A message to the Laurier community for Black History Month
Laurier appoints associate vice-president: equity, diversity and inclusion
Wilfrid Laurier University has launched its first Indigenous Strategic Plan
Laurier field course removes barriers to learning abroad for Indigenous students
‘I’m gay’: Laurier researcher analyzes real-life recordings of ‘coming out’ conversations
Laurier faculty member Ciann Wilson awarded Canada Research Chair and Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity
The importance of Emancipation Day
Laurier launches first Strategic Plan for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
Pride Month at Laurier
New sponsors support equity-deserving student athletes at Laurier
Laurier shares recommendations for implementing Special Constable Service Review
Beyond Treaty Recognition Week: Enacting Treaty Relationships Between Canadian Citizens and Indigenous Peoples
Building Careers and Communities: A Panel Discussion on Mentoring Under-Represented Scholars
Progress on Laurier’s Dimensions Pilot Program
Laurier releases external reviewers report on Special Constable Service
Listen to Laurier researchers share their experiences working with 2SLGBTQQIA+ communities
Count yourself in! Learn about Laurier’s Student Self-ID Form
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