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NIC's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources

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Search Keywords

Below are some search terms suggestions to explore. The terms can be used in combination to streamline results. 

Identity & Representation

  • diversity

  • equity
  • inclusion
  • identity
  • belonging
  • representation
  • multicultural*
  • intersectionality

Race & Ethnicity

  • racism

  • antiracism
  • systemic racism
  • racial justice
  • racial equity
  • ethnicity
  • discrimination
  • prejudice

Gender & Sexuality

  • gender equity

  • gender identity
  • women’s rights
  • feminism
  • sexism
  • 2SLGBTQIA+
  • queer studies
  • gender diversity

Truth & Reconciliation

  • Indigenous peoples

  • Orange Shirt Day

  • reconciliation
  • truth and reconciliation
  • decolonization
  • residential schools
  • cultural heritage

Social Justice & Human Rights

  • civil rights

  • human rights
  • equal opportunity
  • equity in education
  • activism
  • advocacy
  • social movements

Workplace Equity

  • workplace equity

  • diversity training
  • bias
  • microaggressions
  • inclusive workplace
  • organizational culture

Accessibility & Disability

  • disability rights

  • accessibility
  • ableism
  • accommodations
  • universal design
  • inclusive design
  • neurodiversity
  • mental health equity

Teaching & Learning Practices

  • inclusive teaching

  • culturally responsive teaching
  • critical pedagogy
  • equity in education
  • inclusive education
  • student engagement
  • curriculum diversity
  • teaching strategies
  • classroom equity