EDI | Race Equality at DCU
Our Commitment to Race Equality
At DCU, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where all members of our community feel respected and valued. Our dedication to race equality is a fundamental part of our mission to create a welcoming space for students, staff, and faculty from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
On 18th January 2024, DCU President Prof Dáire Keogh signed the HEA Race Equality Principles and thereby committed to align our efforts with the principles and commitments outlined by Higher Education Authority (HEA) in Ireland to ensure that we adhere to national standards of excellence in promoting race equality.
The complete HEA Anti-Racism Principles for Irish Higher Education Institutions document is available on the HEA website and the Principles and Commitments are outlined below.
DCU is committed to fostering an environment that upholds dignity and respect for all individuals, ensuring everyone's right to learn and work without any form of racism, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. We formed a Race Equality Working Group to develop an action plan for the university to work towards these commitments.
HEA Anti-Racism Principles signing at DCU
The HEA Anti-Racism Principles
The commitments to advance Race Equality in Irish Higher Education
Race Equality Action Plan
Race Equality Action Plan
A Race Equality Action Plan for DCU is currently being developed and will be published in due course.
Related Policies & Procedure
DCU Dignity & Respect Policy
DCU is committed to equality of treatment for all individuals in the University community. The DCU Dignity and Respect at Work and Study Policy underpins DCU's culture of respect and dignity for all.
The Toolkit provides information to staff and students on the procedures for making a report and supports they can use.
DCU Equality and Access Policy
The DCU Equality and Access Policy aims to promote an inclusive environment that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all students and staff. It focuses on eliminating discrimination, enhancing accessibility, and supporting underrepresented groups, fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusion across the university community.
DCU Speak Out Tool
This tool enables you to anonymously disclose incidents of unacceptable behaviour such as bullying, harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct in a way that is safe and secure. As Speak Out is completely anonymous, the University will have no way to identify or make contact with any individual who chooses to submit a report.
Training
Let’s Talk About Race
The 'Lets Talk about Race' online module raises awareness of the reality of racism in HEI's and provides you with tools and actions to equip you to be actively anti-racist.
Anti-racism Training for DCU Staff
Providing a clearer understanding of how various dimensions of racism are producing inequitable outcomes for underrepresented groups, DCU staff will be better equipped to foster an antiracist and inclusive experience within their workplace.
Events and Celebrations
EDI Events
The EDI team at DCU offers comprehensive support to staff in creating an anti-racist and inclusive working environment. This includes celebrating and promoting racial diversity in the workplace through various events and initiatives.
Upcoming Events
Check out our upcoming events.
Past Events
Read about our past events.
Contact Information
If you have questions please contact a member of our EDI Unit: edi@dcu.ie.