We are committed to build partnerships across the University, so together we can continue to lead transformative culture changes, disrupt oppressive systems, dismantle institutional barriers, and embed anti-racism and equity in policies, processes, environments, and experiences on campus.
Resources
Current initiatives
Community Engagement Guide
This initiative responds to campus requests for a clearer and more unified approach to inclusive engagement. The Guide helps shift engagement efforts from simply gathering input to intentionally creating space for communities to share their voice and shape outcomes that directly affect them on campus. In doing so, it works towards supporting a more inclusive, responsive, and human campus experience for everyone
Take the Mic
We’re opening our space, and our professional podcasting and video equipment, to students, staff, and faculty for free 30-minute recording sessions available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1–3 p.m.
Inclusive Facilities on Google Maps!
Looking for a gender-inclusive washroom? A change table? A multi-faith space for reflection or prayer? We’ve mapped inclusive facilities across Main campus directly in Google Maps, making it easy to find what you need—all in one place.
News and upcoming events
News
Are periods a game changer?
Imagine this: you’re an athlete who menstruates. You’ve been training hard for a big race just days away, but your period is heavy, and the pain makes it hard to even get out of bed. On top of that, your race uniform includes white biker shorts, and the fear of leaking is real. You don’t feel like you can talk to anyone because no one talks about periods. So, you push through in silence.
How curiousity can lead to connection
Living in a diverse environment is more than grabbing shawarma from the corner shop or dancing to Caribbean music at a summer festival. Our introduction to different cultures may begin there—but it shouldn’t end there. Diversity isn’t a playlist or a plate. It’s people
Pride Month 2025 - Reflections
During the Community Corner hosted by the Office of EDI-R, this is where we wanted to center our reflections on Pride Month and Pride events on campus. What is the story of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Kitchener-Waterloo? What did community, progress, and dissent look like before, during, and after calls for legal recognition and equality? And what do milestones and celebration for the community look like outside of institutional acceptance?