91探花平台 the Dalhousie Student Equity Census
91探花平台 is dedicated to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and diverse learning environment. The聽Student Equity Census聽is a voluntary, confidential survey designed to help us better understand the diversity of our student body.聽
Dalhousie is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). By collecting identity-based data, we can:
- identify gaps in student support and services
- improve policies and programming
- monitor progress toward inclusive excellence
- ensure all students feel seen, heard, and valued
Why participate?
Your voice matters. By completing the census, you help Dalhousie:
- identify and remove barriers to student success
- enhance equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) initiatives
- foster a more inclusive campus environment
- enhance student programming
- learn how to better support everyone
Who should participate?
All聽Dalhousie students, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, are encouraged to participate in the census.
If the university also employs you, please complete only the 'student' version聽of the census.
What we ask
The census includes questions about:
- gender identity
- sexual orientation
- disability and chronic illness
- indigenous identity
- ethnic/racial background
- religious/spiritual affiliation
- parental education level
Each question includes a聽鈥淚 prefer not to answer鈥听辞辫迟颈辞苍.
Want to change your responses later?聽No problem. You can update your responses at any time during your studies.
Privacy and confidentiality
Your responses are confidential and protected under Dalhousie鈥檚 strict privacy protocols . University policies and provincial privacy laws safeguard your data. Data is securely stored and used solely in aggregate form for institutional planning and reporting. Only authorized personnel can access the data, and only in aggregate form.聽No personally identifiable information will be shared.
Background and development
Dalhousie鈥檚 Student Equity Census聽was developed in accordance with national equity standards and was informed by feedback from students, staff, and faculty. It is part of a larger effort to integrate EDIA principles into all areas of university life.