Research & Policy Briefs

Empowering Action Through Evidence and Analysis

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Our Research and Policy Briefs provide data, analysis, and insights to inform understanding of equity issues. We examine the impact of systemic and structural oppression, along with how they are created, sustained, and how they can be dismantled. Each brief combines research, analysis, and real-world perspectives to make complex challenges clear.

These resources are designed for informational purposes and are available to download for free. They provide accessible insights that can inform conversations and inspire action within our organizations and communities.

Empowering Dialogue for Equitable Systems

Our Research and Policy Briefs are designed to research and document equity challenges with the goal of:

Educating about a range of equity issues, empowering them to engage confidently in public policy discussions
Contributing to public discussions about equity and shifting the focus onto institutions and systemic racism
Supporting public sector organizations to engage in ongoing, critical conversations about the systemic challenges that create and maintain inequities

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Our Research & Policy Briefs

Systemic Anti-Black Racism by the Numbers: Canada vs the United States Download

Issue 2: June 2019. Dealing with Incidents of Racism in Ontario Public Schools Download

Issue 1: May 2019. Anti-Black Racism in Ontario Schools: A Historical Perspective

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Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Prevention

This poster summarizes the key information for Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Prevention, including secondary and primary violations, human rights protected grounds, and what to do if an issue does occur.

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Bias-Free Hiring Infographic

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11 Deadly Sins of Diversity Programs

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Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

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A Pocket Guide to Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Prevention for Managers and Supervisors

This is a pocket guide to support managers and supervisors to understand and address harassment and discrimination when it does occur.

Print double-sided, fold and keep as a handy resource.

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Black Student Planner 2022-23

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This student planner includes critical information for Black high school students in Ontario, including information on:

Mental wellness
Study tips
Student bill of rights
School suspension and expulsion process
Choosing high school courses
Rights when dealing with police or a School Resource Officer
Preparing for post-secondary education
Applying to post-secondary education
And more!

Those who purchase the planner will also have access to a website that includes much more information, including scholarships for Black students, Black community organizations, how to apply to post-secondary education, and more.

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