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Welcome to the Equity & Inclusion Office!

The Equity and Inclusion Office (EIO) is a central campus resource supporting McMaster’s commitments to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and inclusive excellence. The EIO works across the University through education, consultation, support, and institutional initiatives that contribute to more equitable, accessible, and inclusive campus environments. Our work is grounded in human rights, belonging, collaboration, and the ongoing identification and removal of barriers to participation.

Explore our values and approach

Our Programs & Services

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Accessibility Program (AccessMac) Visit AccessMac

Provides consultation and guidance on identifying, removing, and preventing accessibility barriers within the university’s systems, structures, and policies.

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Equity Inclusion & Anti-Oppression Program Explore Equity and Inclusion Resources

Provides education and learning opportunities on equity, inclusion, anti‑oppression, anti‑racism, accessibility, accommodation, discrimination, harassment, and other human rights-related issues.

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Human Rights and Dispute Resolution Program (HRDR) Find Human Rights Guidance

Provides confidential consultation and complaint resolution in accordance with McMaster’s policies on discrimination, harassment, and sexual violence.

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Sexual Violence and Prevention Response Office (SVPRO) Connect with SVPRO

Provides inclusive and trauma-informed response; intersectional prevention education and response training; community consultation and referral support.

Current Priorities & Initiatives

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H.E.A.A.R.T. Webinar Series View Webinar & Register Now

Explore how AI and emerging technologies can reinforce inequities, biases, and barriers, while building practical strategies for more equitable, inclusive, and responsible engagement. Open to staff, faculty, student leaders, educators, and anyone interested in leveraging technology while advancing equity and social justice.

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Digital Accessibility Learning Series View Sessions & Register Now

Build your knowledge and skills in digital accessibility through McMaster’s Digital Accessibility Learning Series. Open to faculty, staff, and students, the five-session series offers practical guidance, tools, and strategies to help create accessible digital content, reduce barriers, and support a more inclusive campus community.
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S4E & GBSV Prevention Campus Microgrants Apply Now

Got an idea for a more equitable, inclusive or safer McMaster community? Explore funding through the S4E and GBSV Prevention Campus Microgrants to help bring your project, event, initiative or research to life.

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EDIA Strategic Plan 2026–2028 Explore the Strategy

McMaster’s EDIA Strategic Plan sets the University’s priorities for advancing inclusive excellence and strengthening campus culture over the next three years.

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Have Your Say: Help Shape Our Final Accessibility Session! Share Your Ideas

What digital accessibility topics would you like to explore?

Our Digital Accessibility Learning Series concludes on March 16, 2027, with a community-informed session shaped by your ideas. Share your suggestions to help us explore topics that matter to the McMaster community.

Find What You Need

Looking for support, a policy, or a resource?

Use the links below to quickly find the information that’s most relevant to you.

Connect With Us Learn more

Contact the Equity and Inclusion Office or find the right point of contact.

Build Your Knowledge learn more

Explore EDI concepts, guides, resources, and educational content

Know Your Options Learn More

Access key policies, annual reports, support information and reporting options.