This page brings together Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEDI)-informed resources from York University, the Faculty of Health and the Teaching Commons. It includes institutional frameworks, practical teaching resources and peer-reviewed academic articles related to equity, diversity and inclusion in health science education.
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Institutional Frameworks and Strategies
These institutional frameworks and strategies provide guidance for advancing equity, diversity and inclusion across York University and the Faculty of Health. Faculty members are encouraged to explore these resources to inform teaching, curriculum development, research and academic practice.
- The Indigenous Framework for York University: A Guide to Action
- Addressing Anti-Black Racism: A Framework on Black Inclusion
- Moving towards a future with Health Equity for all: Addressing Systemic Racism through action, accountability, and authenticity
- York University Decolonizing, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2023-2028
Teaching Commons Resources
The Teaching Commons offers a wide range of resources, programming, and DEDI Community of Practice that support inclusive and equitable teaching practices. Courses, workshops (including Kinesiology Syllabus Workshop) and events related to DEDI are available through the Teaching Commons website and events calendar.
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Articles
- Chaudhary, V. B., & Berhe, A. A. (2020) Ten simple rules for building an antiracist lab. PLoS Computational Biology, 16(10): e1008210. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pcbi.1008210
- Meyer, E., & Cui, D. (2019). Diversity and inclusion in Anatomy and Physiology education, degree programs and professional societies. HAPS Educator, 23, 2, 396-419.
- Shields, B. (2022). Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion curriculum within an introductory Bioengineering course. Biomedical Engineering Education, 3, 1, 39-49.