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Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility

Equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) is an institutional priority and creating a welcoming environment demands engagement. Learn more about the university's commitments in the Diversity and Inclusion Strategy andInclusive Excellence, one of the five inter-connected pillars within the university's Strategic Plan, Third-Century Promise.

The Office for Equity and Inclusionsupports a welcoming and respectful working environment. You can contact the Office confidentially at 902-494-6672 or dalrespect@dal.ca for guidance, resources and policies, including:

Be Counted

All faculty, staff and students are asked to complete the confidential H Census. The census of the university population is vital to make informed decisions on policy and planning. After receiving your NetID, log in to click on “Personal Information” then “H Census Be Counted”.

Accessibility

H is committed toaccessible employmentfor all faculty and staff. Accessible Employment is a dedicated team within the Human Resources department that administers the university’s Employment Accommodation Policyto provide a workplace that supports full participation and engagement of members of the university community.

Accessible Employment also administers provisions of the university’s sick leave benefits, which include short-term sick leave for illness/injury, long-term disability benefits, and return to work planning, as well as education and outreach to the broad H community. If you have questions regarding accessible employment or accommodation, please contact us atAccessible.Employment@dal.caor visit .

​​​​​Support systems

Within the H campuses there are several organizations for faculty and staff belonging to equity-deserving groups to reach out to for information and resources. These includetheH Black Faculty & Staff Caucus; theQueer Faculty and Staff Caucus;LGBTQ2SIA+ Collaborative;​the;the (login required) and theWomen in Research Caucus.There may be similar organizations within aFaculty or Administrative Unit that can provide support. For further information, pleasecontact your faculty or unit administrator.​

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