Statement Affirming Diversity and Inclusivity
Response to Anti-Immigration Rally
Concerns have been raised in Peterborough and surrounding communities regarding racism, white supremacy and neo-Nazism. The University has strong ties with the Peterborough community and its residents, many of whom have signed the Unity Statement that has been circulated.
Trent University is an institution committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity – and a safe environment that enables the free exchange of intellectual ideas through civil discourse. We denounce the ideas and principles that give rise to racism and hate speech. We support the right of our members to speak out on issues of justice and injustice.
At Trent, a number of initiatives are underway to further a sense of safety, equity and respect. We will continue to promote the principles of full and fair inquiry in a setting where all members of our community – and the communities in which we are embedded – may participate and be valued as equals.