Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in research and innovation. By incorporating EDI principles, we harness a broader range of ideas, expertise, and perspectives, resulting in stronger outcomes that better reflect our diverse world. EDI considerations also help researchers create projects that have a positive impact on society as a whole. We take pride in being among the first signatories of the Government of Canada's Dimensions Canada charter, which aims to increase EDI within post-secondary institutions and the research ecosystem.

Video Series "EDI in Research"

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Indigenous Initiatives in Research

Indigenous Programming + Research

The Office of the Vice-Provost (Indigenous Programming & Research) fosters collaboration and communication for Indigenous engagement at the University of Alberta. Through programs, services, and initiatives, the office promotes transformative practices that respect and honor Indigenous knowledges.

Indigenous Initiatives in Research

Braiding Past, Present and Future: University of Alberta Indigenous Strategic Plan

The Indigenous Strategic Plan demonstrates the U of A's commitment to reconciliation, addressing the legacy of residential schools and Canada's colonial history in post-secondary education and research

Read the Indigenous Strategic Plan

U of A Resources

• EDI in Research: An Action Plan
• EDI in Research: Considerations for NSERC Alliance Grants
• EDI: The Essential Guide for CRC applications at UAlberta
• EDI at the University of Alberta:This site collects a variety of campus information, services, and resources as it relates to EDI. 
• Centre for Teaching and Learning - EDI Resources:The Centre for Teaching and Learning EDI site provides resources to help faculty and teaching staff incorporate more inclusive teaching practices.
• Indigenous Canada:A 12-lesson Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), Indigenous Canada explores the different histories and contemporary perspectives of Indigenous peoples living in Canada.
• University of Alberta Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Strategic Plan:This strategic plan aims to embed Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity into the culture of the University of Alberta community, from the grassroots to the senior-most levels.

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External / Funder Resources

• Tri-Agency EDI Action Plan for 2018-2025
• Best Practices in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research
  created for New Frontiers in Research Fund applicants but useful for all Tri-Council funding applicants.
• Setting New Directions to Support Indigenous Research and Research Training in Canada 2019-2022
  This Tri-Council plan, co-developed with Indigenous Peoples, addresses key principles of self-determination, decolonization of research, accountability and equitable access.
• Canada Research Chair EDI requirements and practices
• Tri-Agency unconscious bias in peer review (online module)
• Supporting Women in Research
• CIHR Impacts of integrating sex and gender in research
• Gender-based Analysis + (GBA+) an analytical process to assess how diverse groups may experience policies, programs and initiatives.
• Scarborough Charter on Anti-Black Racism and Black Inclusion in Canadian Higher Education
• Dimensions: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Canada
  read the Dimensions Charter, find resources and tools and more.
• Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC): Guide on integrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion considerations in research

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EDI for Grant Development

• EDI in Research: Considerations for NSERC Alliance Grants
• Canadian Gender, diversity and inclusion statistics (Statistics Canada)
• GBA+ - What is it? How to do it? 
• "When Women Don't Speak: BYU Shows How Women Get Shut Out" (Brittany Karford Rogers, BA '07 in the Spring 2020 Issue)
• "Best Practices in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Research" (Developed by NFRF - New Frontiers in Research Fund)
• "Additional Instructions on Completing EDI section & Team Biographical Information" in application to NFRF - Exploration Competition
• "Intersectional HCI: Engaging Identity through Gender, Race, and Class"
• "Opening Doors, Closing Gender Gaps: Female and Male Professors by Rank, Diversity and Faculty at the University of Alberta"
• "The Diversity Gap in 2018"

For more resources, review the EDI in Research: An Action Plan resource.

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Other EDI Resources

• Considering equity, diversity and inclusion perspectives in research design: Feasibility criterion
• Dimensions Charter: Equity, diversity and inclusion Canada
• Scarborough Charter on Anti-Black Racism and Black Inclusion in Canadian Higher Education: Prin- ciples, Actions and Accountabilities
• Tri-Agency Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan for 2018-2025
• Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
• Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action
• Women in Science and Engineering (WISE): Considering equity, diversity and inclusion in research
• Women in Science and Engineering (WISE): Unconscious Bias

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Associate/Vice Deans of Research

• ALES: Barb Thomas, bthomas@ualberta.ca
• Arts: Marie Carriere, marie.carriere@ualberta.ca
• Augustana: Sandra Rein, srein@ualberta.ca
• Business: Trish Reay, trish.reay@ualberta.ca
• Campus Saint-Jean: Samira El Atia, samira.elatia@ualberta.ca
• Education: Denise Larsen, denise.larsen@ualberta.ca
• Engineering: Anastasia Elias, aelias@ualberta.ca
• FOMD: Lawrence Richer, lricher@ualberta.ca
• Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation: Pirkko Markula, ksradr@ualberta.ca
• Law: Ubaka Ogbogu, uogbogu@ualberta.ca
• NAS College: David Bressler, dbressle@ualberta.ca
• Native Studies: Nancy Van Styvendale, nancy.vanstyvendale@ualberta.ca
• Nursing: Colleen Norris, colleen.norris@ualberta.ca
• Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences: Ayman el-Kadi, aelkadi@ualberta.ca
• Public Health: Maria Mayan, sphresearch@ualberta.ca
• Rehabilitation Medicine: John Misiaszek, jmisiasz@ualberta.ca
• Science: Paul Myers, sciadr@ualberta.ca