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HUMAN RIGHTS
Campus Initiatives
Through education and training, we can more fully understand the impact of oppression and discrimination. Join us at one of these initiatives and support a consciously inclusive campus community.
The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee (EDIC)
EDIC is an advisory committee comprised of University administrators, faculty, staff and students. The committee provides input on the development of MacEwan’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan and institutional insight on strengths and opportunities related to diversity and inclusion practices across campus.
The Equity Project
Elevating Human Rights, Diversity and Inclusion at MacEwan
This initiative supports projects that focus on diversity, inclusion, equity and/or human rights. Open to MacEwan University students, staff and faculty, project requests might include hosting a panel presentation, organizing a film screening, developing a poster campaign or other types of awareness-raising initiatives. We do not accept proposals to fund academic research that is carried out in the normal course of work or study or that may be eligible for research funding.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and should be submitted at least four weeks prior to your event.
Support for good ideas
Christine Feron, a fourth-year psychology student, wanted to help MacEwan students who are parents of young children to access supports. Assistance from The Equity Project allowed her to gather and distribute that information in a single handy resource.
Human Rights, Diversity and Equity Student Award
Human rights matter to you. You believe in the value of diversity and are committed to creating a more equitable world. You want to share your ideas with the MacEwan community. Apply for this student award and see your project come to life.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Leaders
Students, faculty, staff and alumni who advance and promote equity, inclusion and human rights are acknowledged annually during Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Week. There are four categories: Alumni IDEA Leader, Research IDEA Leader, Staff IDEA Leader and Student IDEA Leader. Nominations are accepted in February.
Understanding Hate speaker series
Building empathy, offering insight and providing a platform for open dialogue, the Understanding Hate series explores the topic of hate and its impact on diversity and inclusion.
This annual event typically takes place in the Fall semester.
United Nations Human Rights Awareness Days
The United Nations designates specific days, weeks, years and decades as occasions to mark events or topics that promote awareness and action on key human rights issues. Many of these days are celebrated with events organized by MacEwan’s Office of Human Rights, Diversity and Equity.
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