Equity, diversity and inclusion in the research enterprise
Achieving equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the Canadian research enterprise is essential to generate the excellent, innovative and impactful research necessary to advance knowledge and respond to national and global challenges.
SSHRC is committed to advancing research excellence through our ongoing efforts to reduce the systemic barriers and biases experienced by women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, members of racialized minority groups, and other underrepresented and disadvantaged groups, both through SSHRC programs and initiatives and across the numerous tri-agency programs SSHRC administers.
Services and information
SSHRC-funded research on equity, diversity and inclusion
Social sciences and humanities research brings insights to complex EDI issues relevant to Canada and the world.
Equity, diversity and inclusion in research practice and design
Integrating EDI-related requirements into funding opportunities advances research excellence.
Participation in SSHRC-administered funding opportunities
SSHRC collects and publishes data to monitor our programs from an EDI perspective.
Tri-agency equity, diversity and inclusion action plan
The tri-agency EDI plan outlines measures for equitable access to funding and an inclusive research system.
Tri-agency statement on equity, diversity and inclusion
SSHRC, NSERC and CIHR are committed to developing the inclusive culture needed for research excellence.
Indigenous research
SSHRC takes a complementary but distinct approach to supporting research by and with Indigenous Peoples.
Canada Research Chairs equity, diversity and inclusion action plan
This EDI plan promotes transparency in the allocation, selection and renewal of Canada Research Chairs.
Recognizing diverse research outcomes: DORA initiative
SSHRC merit review values research contributions beyond traditional academic publications.
Dimensions: equity, diversity and inclusion Canada
The Dimensions program works with postsecondary institutions to increase equity, diversity and inclusion in the research community
Features
SSHRC Action Plan for Black Researchers
Working towards fair access to research support and equitable participation in the research ecosystem
Race, Gender and Diversity Initiative
Supporting community-based research on systemic racism and discrimination
Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Systemic Ableism
Exploring ways to make SSHRC programs fully accessible to Canada's research community