University of Alberta DEI Reform
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David Staples: University of Alberta wise to get ahead of fierce backlash against DEI
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The University of Alberta is the first university in Canada to reform its diversity, equity and inclusion program.
U of A president Bill Flanagan signalled the change in a piece he wrote for the Edmonton Journal .
Flanagan ’s reforms will be embraced by anyone who hopes for a fairer, more inclusive, united and productive world.
But, no doubt, there will be plenty of opposition, including from those who recognize harm it's doing to one identifiable group.
The goal is to make all feel welcome, Flanagan said, but it’s not easy job, but there are two arguments that might well make it easier.
I’ve met few people who support favouring one race or sex over another, at least if they gain no personal advantage themselves.
If the U of A axes DEI and focuses on distinct individuals in need, the right people will be helped.
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