🔹 What is the Equity Services office at Acadia University 🔹 Who do I contact about discrimination or harassment 🔹 What does the Human Rights and Equity Office do 🔹 Where can I find support for equity-related concerns 🔹 Does Acadia have an office for diversity and inclusion

Learn about Acadia University’s Equity Services office, which promotes inclusion and provides support for students facing discrimination, harassment, or equity-related challenges.

The Human Rights and Equity Office— is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful campus environment for all members of the Acadia community.

Here’s what they do:

• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural safety

• 🛡️ Respond to and investigate complaints of discrimination, harassment, and human rights violations

• 🧠 Provide trauma-informed, confidential, and affirming support to students, staff, and faculty

• 📚 Offer education and outreach programs to raise awareness and prevent discrimination

• ⚖️ Operate within a human rights framework, aligned with provincial legislation and Acadia’sHarassment & Discrimination Policy

You don’t need to file a formal complaint to access support — the office welcomes informal conversations and guidance.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Equity: Fair treatment and access to opportunities, recognizing and addressing systemic barriers

• Human Rights Framework: A legal and ethical approach to protecting individuals from discrimination

• Trauma-informed: Support that acknowledges the emotional impact of discrimination and prioritizes safety and empathy

📎 Suggested Links

• Equity Office Overview – Acadia University 

• Equity Resources and Training Tools 

• Acadia’s Harassment & Discrimination Policy 

📝 Special Notes:

• The office supports students, faculty, and staff — not just those filing formal complaints

• You can reach out anonymously or request mediation, informal resolution, or formal investigation

• Equity Services collaborates with other campus departments to foster inclusive programming

• Educational resources include anti-oppression training, allyship guides, and cultural humility tools