The HHNS Commitment

• HHNS is committed to an being an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community.
• All members of HHNS are part of the HHNS EDI CourseLink Resource Site.
• Please turn on notifications and follow along with the HHNS Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee there.
• The HHNS EDI Committee exists to promote a culture of reflection, learning, and growth, with ripple effects beyond the Department.

The HHNS EDI Committee’s Terms of Reference

• HHNS will be an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community.
• The HNNS EDI committee is guided by the University of Guelph’s commitment to equity, diversity & inclusion; https://www.uoguelph.ca/diversity-human-rights/ [2]
• The committee will guide HHNS in ensuring equitable opportunities and distribution of resources for all current and future students, staff, faculty and community members.
• The committee will enact change at the Department level by providing leadership and guidance across HHNS activities and tying in with other EDI initiatives.
• The committee will be comprised of HHNS members who are committed to EDI and ensuring broad representation.
• The committee aims to create a movement within HHNS. We are committed to continuous reflection, learning, and growth and will model this culture.
• The committee recognizes the critical importance of truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and the concerted focus this requires on EDI topics and beyond.
• The committee welcomes input and participation from racialized individuals and those of other equity seeking groups, and allies.