Inclusion and Equity

Inclusion and Equity

The Philosophy department at the University of Guelph values an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment for all of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We recognize that among the Humanities subjects, Philosophy remains the least diverse, with implications for equity and for the social and intellectual climate — and vibrancy — of the discipline. Like many Philosophy departments, we are determined to change this. 

Inclusion and Equity Committee

The mandate of the Inclusion and Equity Committee (IEC) is to cultivate and sustain such an environment through education and facilitation of workshops and other events that promote inclusive and equitable social norms and professional practices. The IEC is particularly concerned with identifying and removing barriers to inclusiveness for members of groups that are underrepresented in philosophy — specifically, racialized, ethnic, and religious minorities, women, disabled individuals, and those who are LGBTQ+. We also recognize the specific challenges of people struggling with mental health. We are committed to ensuring that the department is a safe and welcoming place for everyone who works and studies in it. 

Please see Department Best Practices document.

Minorities and Philosophy (MAP) - Guelph Chapter

The Guelph Chapter of MAP is one of 180 university-based chapters worldwide working to address structural injustices in academic philosophy. As a smaller chapter, MAP Guelph focuses on building a strong and supportive community within our institution. MAP’s broader mission is to remove barriers that limit participation in academic philosophy for members of marginalized groups. We are a graduate student–led network committed to identifying and dismantling the structures that exclude marginalized students from the discipline, promoting philosophical work from marginalized perspectives, and improving working conditions for scholars from marginalized backgrounds. For a list of current members, see "Who We Are".