Championing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion 

“We respectfully acknowledge that we are on the treaty and traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the First Peoples for their care for, and teachings about, our earth and our relations. May we honour those teachings.” 

Trent University is leading the conversation on creating a more equitable world, and Trent's Equity and Human Rights Office (EHRO) is at the forefront, guiding the way forward. Our mission encompasses monitoring university policies, advising on matters of human rights and accessibility, and facilitating the resolution of complaints. Here, you'll discover a wealth of resources and valuable information for those seeking to broaden their perspective and gain a deeper understanding of their role in nurturing a more equitable and inclusive community. Join us in the journey to foster a more just and inclusive world.

Read our Solidarity Statement Below:

• Solidarity Statement (DOCX)

• Solidarity Statement (PDF)

• Land Acknowledgement Black History Month (DOXC)

• Land Acknowledgement Black History Month (PDF)

Focus Areas

Calendar, Events & News

At Trent University, we take great pride in our vibrant and diverse community. Numerous networks and initiatives actively contribute to creating an inclusive and safe environment for all our students and staff. 

Every month, CCDI offers new training sessions both in person and virtual, on a variety of topics. Luckily, we have partnered with them to offer the Trent community access to these sessions. Either for personal interest, or occupational, we hope you are able to use these to further your knowledge and expand your skills.

Click here for a list of upcoming events our Trent community might be interested in.

• The Community Networks of Specialized Care – Central East (CNSC – CE): Building Bridges: Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in the Justice System (Free Webinars)
  • Watch the Modules here: https://vimeo.com/showcase/11904880
• The Community Networks of Specialized Care – Central East (CNSC – CE): The Health and Forensics Series (Free Package)
  • Access the package here: https://vimeo.com/showcase/11904885
• Christopher Rooney: Place Based Innovation: Where Innovation Meets Identity (Wed. Feb 25, 1:00-2:00 pm: ENW 345).
  • Reg Link: https://ccr.trentu.ca/entity-redirect.htm?eventId=4597
• SKY Happiness Retreat (Feb 27 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb 28 & Mar 1 10:00 am-2:00 pm:  Student Centre Event Space)
  • The SKY Happiness Retreat is a high-impact 12-hour total well-being training offered to thousands of university students, faculty, and staff across North America including Harvard, Stanford, Purdue, Yale & MIT.
  • It's been shown to significantly reduce stress, depression, and have a long-lasting impact on mental health, mindfulness, positive emotion and social connectedness.
  • The course features interactive group processes, experiential learning, emotional intelligence training, breath-work, yoga, and evidence-based meditation.
  • The SKY Happiness Retreat is being offered on a partially funded scholarship for all active Trent University students. Availability is first-come first-serve, by registration only and requires attendance to all sessions
  • Reg Link: https://forms.gle/W5n9keSbMnKzioRAA
  • For questions: skycampushappinessattrent@gmail.com
• Allison Adam, Spark Tank: Brainstorm to Breakthrough (Tues. March 3, 4:00-5:00 pm: ENW 345)
  • Reg Link: https://ccr.trentu.ca/entity-redirect.htm?eventId=4605

Want a visual aid for our events, or to know what important days are ahead? Below you can find a link to our events calendar via PDF format!

Link to our Calendar