Programs

The Anti Racism and Cultural Diversity Office develops and organizes programs and events that highlight the intersection between the academic work in the areas of ethno-cultural diversity, critical race-related issues and issues of relevance to the larger community on campus. It provides a forum for individuals and student groups to meet, discuss and initiate ideas and plans for programs and events that will strengthen both the diversity of the university community and its commitment to an equitable and inclusive environment.

International Day for the
Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD)
The tri-campus communication campaign is implemented annually as a key part of the University’s ongoing effort to eliminate racial discrimination and advance anti-racism throughout the University community. The conference provides an opportunity for the engagement, discussion and strategizing around topics of race, anti-racism, systematic discrimination and critical race related issues in higher education. The campaign recognizes and profiles the excellent work that students, staff and faculty are undertaking to advance anti-racism and create an equitable U of T community.

Race & Faith Dialogue Series
The Race & Faith Dialogues are a platform for students in the University community to engage with the important topic of how race and faith manifest our lives; inside and outside of the classroom.

Unfiltered: Truth Talks Dialogue Series
Unfiltered: Truth Talks series is a safe space for students to engage in conversations around race, racism, ethnicity, culture, creed and the intersections among them, inside and outside of the classroom.

Past Events

Feb 8, 2021
Black History Month Symposium

10:00am – 12:00pm

Keynote and panel discussion

Save the date!

Mar 21, 2019
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) Conference

Digital banner for the 2019 IDERD Conference

March 21, 2019    |     9 AM – 4:30 PM    |    Hart House    |    Toronto, Ontario, Canada

The IDERD Conference provides an opportunity for the engagement, discussion and strategizing around topics of race, anti-racism, systematic discrimination and critical race related issues in higher education.