Welcome to Aurora College, where Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our mission and values.
At Aurora College, diversity is not only a strength but also a fundamental aspect of our community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to achieve their full potential.
Our dedication to EDI is evident in every aspect of our institution, from our curriculum and programs to our policies and practices. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that embraces diversity in all its forms.
Through our EDI initiatives, we aim to cultivate a culture of belonging where all members of our community feel empowered to contribute, learn, and grow. We recognize the importance of equity and fairness in education and are committed to addressing systemic barriers to ensure equitable opportunities for all.
Join the EDI committee as we work towards building a more inclusive and equitable future for all. Together, we can make a difference.
Vision
Aurora College is committed to advancing Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility by fostering an institutional culture that values and promotes a respectful, culturally meaningful experience for our college community and our partners in learning and research.
Mission
At Aurora College, we embrace diverse identities and knowledge to enable all voices to contribute to personal, community, educational, and institutional excellence.
Definitions
Diversity
Diversity represents the various identities, lived experiences, values and perspectives of people that may include but are not limited to Indigeneity, race, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ability, language, religion, class, age, and/or socio-economic status.
Inclusion
Inclusion is an ongoing and deliberate act which fosters a culture where people feel safe and mutually respected. It is the process of intentionally creating space and opportunities for underrepresented and underserved groups to thrive by addressing inequalities in power and privilege.
Equity
Equity is both the approach of recognizing systemic inequalities that gives privileged groups unearned advantages while withholding opportunities from those most marginalized, and the process which provides resources, accommodations and systemic change to ensure everyone has access to the same opportunities.
Accessibility
Accessibility refers to the design and provision of resources, environments, services, facilities, and opportunities that are inclusive and accommodating to all people according to our differing abilities. This includes physical accessibility, such as ensuring buildings and facilities are wheelchair accessible, as well as digital accessibility, ensuring that information, communication and technology are usable by people with disabilities.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the EDI Committee and our initiatives, please contact us at EDI@auroracollege.nt.ca