Urging fundamental transformative changes in our society
The Department of Equity Studies is rooted in a learning environment that values cultural diversity and promotes political, economic, racial and gender equity. Our interdisciplinary approach to social justice is ideal for students passionate about human rights and advocacy.
Here’s how we stand out:
Our course material reflects diverse faculty and their areas of research, experience, and commitment to social justice in the community and University.
Our department is committed to a Critical Human Rights program of scholarly study that includes promoting social justice. We fight against all forms of discrimination and seek justice for all.
We are steadfast in our work to end the historical and current violence against children, women, people with disabilities, Indigenous and racialized persons. We support Black Lives Matter in mobilizing communities into action.
Our Faculty provides a safe learning environment inviting critical thinking, reading and writing. We encourage informed debate within a scholarly context.
Read our Land Acknowledgment, which recognizes the unique and enduring relationship of Indigenous people and their traditional territory.
Discover the foundational concepts behind human rights, examine rights violations and discuss the complexities around solving social issues.
Unique Programming
You will be studying in a unique program with students passionate about social justice and professors engaged in socially relevant research.
Specialize your Interests
Focus on courses dealing with human rights and equity issues. You can choose your specialization based on your interests and future career aspirations.
Get Experience
Explore human rights violations as they occur across a broad range of social, economic and cultural areas.
Successful Graduates
Our alumni are well positioned for careers in agencies, governments, industry and communities with equitable human rights policies.
