Excellence. Equity. Diversity. They’re fundamental to supporting a strong University poised to improve life. GenEQ, an initiative to advance gender equity at the University of Guelph, will help us:
understand the barriers to equity for women, trans, and gender diverse* individuals on campus
support gender equity in leadership roles across the University
advance the status of all women, trans, and gender diverse individuals on our campuses and beyond
This initiative needs insight and support from all University community members. Together, we can create real and lasting change to improve life for everyone at the University of Guelph.
We are all responsible for improving gender equity.
Upcoming GenEQ International Women's Day Breakfast 2026
Friday, March 6, 8:30-10:30am.
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre.
The theme of this year's breakfast is Rights, Justice, Action. For ALL Women and Girls. This year's panel features Samantha Blostein, Dr. Wumi Asubiaro Dada, Dr. Myrna Dawson, and Dr. İlknur Özalli, who will share their insights and perspectives on advancing gender equity.
If you are interested in attneidng, please RSVP by completing the event survey linked below.
We look forward to welcoming you and coming together to advance women's rights and gender equity.
Being a University that values inclusivity means acknowledging the importance of diversity among us.
It means understanding that some individuals and groups in our community face barriers to education, employment, and full participation in our society. It means addressing systemic challenges affecting our institution so we can reach our full potential as a leader in higher education.
Support
This multi-phase initiative is supported by all levels of senior leadership. It is a priority under the portfolio of our President & Vice-Chancellor.
The GenEQ: Advancing Gender Equity at the University of Guelph Advisory Committee is responsible for recommending programs, practices, and policy changes at the University of Guelph aimed at promoting, facilitating and supporting gender equity and inclusivity within the university for women and trans and gender diverse individuals.
* Trans and gender diverse individuals include those who are transgender, non-binary, Two-Spirit, genderqueer, agender, and other gender-diverse identities.
