Statements
The following equity statement is excerpted from the FAH275H5F (Introduction to Indigenous Art in Canada) syllabus:
The University of Toronto is committed to equity and respect for diversity. All members of the learning environment in this course should strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect. As a course instructor, I will neither condone nor tolerate behaviour that undermines the dignity or self-esteem of any individual in this course and wish to be alerted to any attempt to create an intimidating or hostile environment. It is our collective responsibility to create a space that is inclusive and welcomes discussion. Discrimination, harassment and hate speech will not be tolerated. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns you may contact the UTM Equity and Diversity officer at edo.utm@utoronto.ca or the University of Toronto Mississauga Students’ Union Vice President Equity at vpequity@utmsu.ca.
The following racism and discrimination statement is excerpted from the CIN403H5 (Queerscapes, Screenscapes, Escapes:
Gender and Sexuality Across East and Southeast Asian Cinemas) syllabus:
If you are experiencing discrimination or harassment and you would like additional support, you are encouraged to reach out to the staff at the UTM Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office (EDIO). The EDIO promotes an equitable and inclusive campus community, free from discrimination or harassment based on age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, record of offences, sex, and/or sexual orientation.
The University has several policies in place that are relevant in reviewing complaints of racist behaviour, including the Statement on Prohibited Discrimination and Discriminatory Harassment; the Code of Student Conduct; and the policy framework on Free Speech. Links to these policies are available here.
The following equity and diversity statement is excerpted from the CIN 301H5: The Cinema of HIV/AIDS syllabus:
The University of Toronto is committed to equity, human rights and respect for diversity. All members of the learning environment in this course should strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect where all members of our community can express themselves, engage with each other, and respect one another’s differences. U of T does not condone discrimination or harassment against any persons or communities.