Briefs and Reports

Censure against University of Toronto over Dr. Valentina Azarova hiring controversy.

This section looks at areas for action, sharing ideas and information to support the work of academic staff associations.

Use self-identification, make sure everyone’s included, and ensure the data is well managed.

Advancing equity This toolkit is an online hub of resources, research, tools and case studies to help academic staff associations advance equity on campus. The toolkit is organized into three sections. This toolkit is a living resource. It will grow […]

The steps to take to ensure equity within the association

Several collective agreements require their institution to collect demographic information about the workforce. Collective agreements can specify that data should be collected through a self-identification process, how frequently this should occur, and specify the survey population and equity-seeking groups.

Canadian unions have made a significant contribution to the fight for equity and human rights using the unique tools in their toolbox: bargaining, grievance arbitration and political action.

Realizing equity is both an individual and a collective responsibility. Academic staff associations must take a leadership role.

A broad approach that should anchor any campaign to get members on board with equity issues is to focus on actions of “calling in” rather than “calling out”. Activist organizations such as unions regularly “call out” oppressive and illegitimate actions; through public campaigns and formal actions such as grievances. This is a necessary tool to challenge oppression.