Campaign Priority

Build inclusive cities & societies

Systemic racism and other forms of discrimination drive deep social divides that impoverish us all. Join U of T as we help to dismantle barriers and create models for more equitable, diverse, and inclusive cities around the world.

U of T’s home in one of the world’s most diverse cities provides us with a rare opportunity to develop and share best practices to promote equity, diversity and inclusivity around the world. You can help us create pathways for high-school students and new Canadians who face barriers to attending university, expand financial aid, build inclusive spaces and engage our vast network of multidisciplinary scholars in world-leading research and teaching on race, gender, disability and equitable city-building to drive social change.

Discover how U of T is building inclusive cities & societies

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Fuel the future of Black-led research and scholarship

The Black Research Network is forging connections, amplifying world-changing research and sparking interdisciplinary collaborations between Black scholars.

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Support families of Black homicide victims

The CRIB is improving the mental, physical, and spiritual health of Black communities disproportionately affected by homicide.

Build a gender-inclusive economy

The Institute for Gender and the Economy brings world-leading research to leaders to help dismantle systemic inequities.

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Build a cultural space for Indigenous students

Indigenous House at U of T Scarborough will help foster a sense of belonging and connection with rich programming and gathering spaces.

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Improve the lives of 2SLGBTQ+ people

The Queer and Trans Research Lab is breaking down barriers, shattering traditional practices, and empowering community activists.

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Strengthen health education in the Eastern GTA

The Scarborough Academy of Medicine and Integrated Health will train health-care professionals directly in the region.

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Make law school accessible for everyone

Law Access Bursaries ensure that financial need is not a barrier to fulfilling dreams.

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Expand financial aid for students at New College

New College Access Awards ease financial concerns, reward excellence, and allow students to participate in all our smaller community has to offer.

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Support the future of Indigenous research

The Indigenous Research Network connects people and communities to academic, cultural, and spiritual resources.

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Help nurses dismantle systemic discrimination in health care

The Centre for Social Justice in Nursing will integrate equity and inclusiveness in nursing education and on the front lines of patient care.

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Ensure technology serves the public good

The Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society is asking critical questions about new technologies—and bringing diverse experts together to create human-centred solutions.

Help us build inclusive cities & societies

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