EDI Digital Resource Hub

• Establishing an Indigenous Advisory Group to embed Indigenous ways of knowing, learning, and understanding into PSPNET’s online therapy programs (About PSPNET)
• Developing an EDI Action Plan to guide inclusive practices across PSPNET services

View the video interview with Dr. Jill Price, Research Associate, CIPSRT

• EDI and Indigenous Engagement – Distinction and Collaboration
• Grounds its work in the Indigenous Engagement Strategic Plan Táputowin Kîsikohk – “Truth and Putting Things Right”
• Building capacity among non‑Indigenous campus members
• Advancing Indigenous‑led priorities such as language revitalization, ceremony, Indigenous governance, and cultural safety across academic and administrative structures

View the video interview with Lori Campbell, Associate Vice-President, Office of Indigenous Engagement 

• A destination-based approach to research in recognizing the land, relationships, stories, and values that shape how equity‑seeking groups, including Indigenous peoples, engage in research
• Indigenous and Intercultural Research Community of Practice, connecting Indigenous scholars and community organizations across the Americas

View the video interview with Jenna Ives, Office of the Vice-President (Research)

• Strengthening a research culture grounded in decolonization, Indigeneity, climate action, innovation, and social impact
• Supporting ethical, community‑engaged research through the Research Engagement Managers (REMs)—a joint initiative with the Office of Indigenous Engagement

View the video interview with Dr. Veronica Santafe, Research Engagement Manager, Office of the VP (Research)

The Office of Research Services provides a range of EDI resources to support researchers in developing more inclusive, ethical, and impactful projects. These resources are designed to help integrate EDI principles across all stages of research from proposal development and methodology to data analysis and knowledge mobilization. By centering diverse perspectives and addressing systemic barriers, the Office of Research Services empowers researchers to strengthen the rigor, relevance, and social impact of their work.

Office of Research Services – EDI Resources

• A multi-year Inclusive Language Initiative to identify and replace harmful or outdated subject headings in the Library’s catalog (Quick Find).
• Archway Exhibition Space, showcasing EDI‑focused visual art from students, faculty, and community members

View the video interview with Michael Shires, Community Engagement and Communications Librarian, Dr. John Archer Library and Archives

UBUNTU – Black Excellence in Saskatchewan 
A collaborative project with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers, the University of Regina, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Office and Faculty of Social Work, and University of Saskatchewan showcasing Black excellence, leadership, and community stories. 
Ubuntu Unleashed: Episode 1 
Ubuntu Unleashed: Episode 2 
Ubuntu Unleashed: Episode 3  

University Alumni Engagement – Alumni Effect Speaker Series (Black History Month) 
These videos feature alumni voices reflecting on equity, leadership, and lived experience. 
The Alumni Effect: Vibya Natana
The Alumni Effect: Juliet Bushi  

• Using site‑specific performance as a tool to confront Racism
• Employing generational lens on belonging

View the video interview with Ibukun Fasunhan, PhD Candidate, Media, Art and Performance 

• African International Film Festival Saskatchewan, showcasing films from Africa and African diasporas in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., Sweden, and beyond
• Championing EDI‑centred film programming

View the video interview with Babatunde Onikoyi, PhD Candidate, Media, Art and Performance

• Academic Research Made Simple (ARMS) Podcast, showcasing research by and about racialized communities
• Co‑founder and executive of the BIPOC Graduate Students Association 

View the video interview with Kwaku Ayisi, PhD Candidate, FGSR

• Thrive Plus (GRST 801) course embedding EDI in graduate education
• International Doctoral Student Awards, increased Indigenous scholarships, and financial supports for students with disabilities
• BIPOC Graduate Students Association

View the video interview with Dr. Aziz Douai, Dean, FGSR, and Dr. Christine Massing, Associate Dean, FGSR

• Recruiting and supporting Indigenous students, with a milestone target of 17% enrollment.
• Pilot partnership between Kíškus Educational Centre and Bert Fox Community School in Fort Qu’Appelle gives early exposure to nursing as a career.
• BIPOC and Diversity Initiatives

View the video interview with Robin Evans, Interim Dean, Faculty of Nursing

• Breastfeeding Advocacy Lab and Knowledge Hub
• Trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive breastfeeding toolkits for refugee and migrant mothers
• Advocating for workplace breastfeeding policies (Learn more)
• Hirani SAA. Barriers Affecting Breastfeeding Practices of Refugee Mothers
• Parenting Practices of African Immigrants in Destination Countries: A Qualitative Research Synthesis 
• Recognition for breaking down breastfeeding barriers - Article  
• Recognized for breaking down breastfeeding barriers - YouTube Link 

View the video interview with Professor Shela Hirani, Faculty of Nursing

Department of Gender, Religion, and Critical Studies

• Accessibility in teaching & content
• A department-wide Decolonization Committee
• 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion: Certificate in Trans, Queer, & Gender Studies

View the video interview with Dr. Claire Carter, Department Head, Gender, Religion, and Critical Studies

• Prioritizing Indigenization and reconciliation
• Hosting an EDI Discussion Series and activating school-wide leadership through the EDI Committee
• Supporting community capacity through partnerships with organisations such as the File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council.  
• Including a new Indigenous‑focused Master of Health Administration cohort
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy (2022-25)
• Health Equity, Population Health and Healthy Cities Research 

View the video interview with Sadia McInes, Director, Finance and Administration, JSGS, and Karen Jaster-Laforge, Community Engagement Coordinator, JSGS

• Increasing recruitment and representation of female and Indigenous students
• Scholarship programs for Indigenous and Black students
• Supporting youth outreach through the ICE Program
• Representation goals aligned with Engineers Canada’s “30 by 30” 

View the video interview with Dr. Phillip Choi, Dean and Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science

• Supporting minority Francophone and Francophile learners by ensuring equitable access to university education in French
• Promoting inclusive pedagogy, encouraging faculty to use accessible course design, inclusive language, and culturally responsive teaching approaches
• La Rotonde, a gathering space for Francophone students, campus members, and community organizations 

View the video interview with Dr. Sophie Gaudet, Dean, La Cité

• Indigenous programming and community engagement through programs such as LICO for low-income families, the Enrich Community Neurorehabilitation Program, Sports for Life and Varsity sports partnerships.
• Accessibility and disability-focused research 

View the video interview with Dr. Larena Hoeber, Associate Dean, Graduate studies and Research, KHS

• Integrating Indigenous knowledge into education and fieldwork.
• Faculty strengths include anti-racism, child welfare, and community engagement.
• Responding to parental rights and policing issues affecting trans and gender non-conforming youth.
• Intergroup Dialogue program 

View the video interview with Suzy Yim, Lecturer, Faculty of Social Work

• Establishing two Executive‑in‑Residence roles: RBC Women in Leadership and Indigenous Executive in Residence
• A five‑module EDI Digital Badge (undergrad & graduate) covering unconscious bias, women in leadership, Indigenous worldviews, intercultural competence, and 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion
• Managing Diversity, Women in Leadership, and an EDII Graduate Certificate
• Indigenous Student Pitch Summit

View the video interview with Dr. Erica Carleton, Associate Dean of Faculty and Research, Hill Levene School of Business, and Jada Yee, Director of GATE, Rawlinson Executive in Indigenous Entrepreneurship

• Addressing gender inequity in faculty ranks through targeted hiring strategies and purposeful recruitment processes
• Strengthening equity in STEM through UR WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) and leadership from faculty providing 2SLGBTQIA+ workshops and advocacy
• Promoting inclusive community engagement through STEM for All, a program welcoming local youth to campus for hands‑on science activities

View the video interview with Dr. Douglas Farenick, Dean, Faculty of Science

“The UofR Faculty of Education is committed to an inclusive and equitable learning environment in which all forms of diversity are acknowledged, respected, and appreciated. We expect that all members of our campus community – including students, faculty, and staff – will commit to doing no harm, and strive to show respect and care for each other. Expressions or actions that disparage a person’s or group’s dignity on the grounds of their race, ethnicity, nationality, language, culture, gender, gender identity / expression, religion, sexual orientation, age, or abilities are contrary to the mission of the University and will not be tolerated.” - Faculty of Education

Faculty led teaching, research, and community initiatives addressing inclusive education, antiracism, and social justice captured in the Education News Magazine. (EDI Engagement)

The following resources are helpful in fostering inclusive and accessible teaching and learning environments. 

Universal Design for Learning (CAST) 
Guidelines for designing inclusive learning environments that proactively remove barriers. UDL Guidelines  

Dr. Shelley Moore – Transforming Inclusive Education 
Explains inclusive education through the “bowling analogy,” centering learners with greatest needs. YouTube Link  

University of Waterloo – How to Build a Neurodivergent‑Friendly Classroom (PDF)
Offers practical strategies for designing learning environments that are accessible, flexible, and supportive of neurodivergent students.  UWaterloo Neurodivergent (PDF)

University of Calgary – Six Principles for a Supportive and Neurodiverse Campus
Highlights key principles for fostering campus cultures that affirm neurodiversity and support diverse ways of learning and engaging.  UCalagary Neurodiverse Principles

This section Resources below brings together ethical guidance and equity‑informed approaches for engaging communities, patients, and partners in ways that are respectful, culturally responsive, collaborative, and grounded in shared responsibility.

NSERC – Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Resources 
Provides federal guidance, tools, and policy expectations to help researchers embed EDI principles across NSERC‑funded research activities and teams. NSERC EDI 

NFRF – Best Practices in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research 
Outlines expectations and examples of effective EDI practices in interdisciplinary and high‑risk research funded through the New Frontiers in Research Fund.  NFRF Funding Financement 

NSERC – Guide for Applicants: Considering Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 
A practical guide for applicants on how to meaningfully address EDI considerations within NSERC grant proposals and research team structures.  NSERC Guide for Applicants 

CIHR – Ethics Guidance for Developing Partnerships with Patients and Researchers
Provides ethical principles and practical considerations for building respectful, inclusive, and mutually beneficial research partnerships. CIHR Ethics Guidance

Resources supporting inclusive, rigorous research design through sex‑, gender‑, and identity‑based analysis.

CIHR – How to Integrate Sex and Gender into Research
Explains how to appropriately incorporate sex and gender considerations into research questions, methods, data analysis, and knowledge mobilization. CIHR Resources

Government of Canada – Introduction to Gender‑Based Analysis Plus (GBA Plus)
A self‑paced foundational course that builds capacity to assess how diverse groups experience policies, programs, and research differently.  GBA Plus.

University of Waterloo – Pronouns FAQ
Explains what pronouns are, why they matter, and how to use them respectfully to create inclusive and affirming learning and work environments.
UWaterloo Pronouns FAQ

Practical tools for responding to disclosures, addressing harm, and navigating challenging classroom or workplace situations.

University of Waterloo – How to Respond to Disclosures of Discrimination
 Provides guidance on responding with care, accountability, and appropriate referrals when someone discloses experiences of discrimination or harm.  UWaterloo Response

Cornell University – Managing Unexpected Moments in Teaching
Offers strategies for responding thoughtfully and constructively to challenging, emotional, or disruptive moments in teaching and learning spaces.  Cornnell Managing Unexpected Moments

Cornell University – Responding to Students to Foster Belonging
Supports instructors in responding to student concerns in ways that strengthen trust, belonging, and inclusive classroom communities.  Cornell Response to Foster Belonging

Action‑oriented guidance for disrupting systems of oppression and responding to everyday harms.

University of Waterloo – How to Build an Anti‑Oppressive Practice
Introduces principles and actions for recognizing power, challenging oppression, and embedding equity into everyday practices.  UWaterloo AO Practice

University of Waterloo – How to Address Microaggressions in the Classroom
Provides concrete strategies for recognizing and responding to microaggressions in ways that support learning and accountability. UWaterloo Addressing Microagression

University of Waterloo – How to Build an Anti‑Oppressive Practice (PDF)
A printable guide outlining reflective questions and actions to support sustained anti‑oppressive teaching and engagement.  UWaterloo Building AO Practice

Evidence‑based approaches for designing equitable, inclusive, and learner‑centred teaching.

University of Michigan – Overview of Equity‑Focused Teaching
Introduces equity‑focused teaching as a framework for addressing systemic inequities and supporting student success.  UMich Equity Teaching

University of Michigan – Principles, Strategies, and Resources for Equity‑Focused Teaching
Provides actionable strategies and tools instructors can use to embed equity across course design, teaching, and assessment.  UMich Equity Teaching Strategies

University of Michigan – Research Basis for Equity‑Focused Teaching
Summarizes the research evidence demonstrating how equity‑focused teaching improves learning outcomes and inclusion.  UMich Equity Teaching Research

HBS Working Knowledge - Diversity Training

Harvard Business School Working Knowledge article explaining why traditional DEI training often falls short and highlights evidence‑based, behaviorally informed approaches that are more effective when delivered at key decision points, such as hiring and promotion. Diversity Training

IDEA Unlearning Club Curriculum (HDRN Canada)
A guided curriculum designed to support ongoing learning, reflection, and dialogue around equity, anti‑racism, and ethical data governance in research and institutional contexts. HDRN Canada

Queen’s University – Guide for Inclusive Teaching
A comprehensive guide supporting inclusive, decolonial, and anti‑racist teaching practices that foster belonging and accessibility.  QueensU Inclusive Teaching

EDI Training Resources

EDI hub resources annurev-psych (PDF)

Challenging diversity training myths (PDF)

Diversity training isn't enough (PDF)