Department of Equity Studies at YorkU

The Department of Equity Studies (DES) at York University in Toronto offers a learning environment that values cultural diversity and supports social equality. It provides students with understanding of the social issues that shape their interests, introduces them to diverse communities within Canada, develops understanding of social justice, and raises awareness of our multiple identities. Studen

ts gain a critical grounding in theories, and research methods in ways that allow them to link their education with several degrees and certificates. DES welcomes students who are interested in Diaspora Studies, Human Rights, Canadian Multiculturalism, Anti-Racist Research, Indigenous Thought and Equity seeking efforts. Apart from (MIST) program, the Department of Equity Studies also offers the Human Rights and Equity Studies (HREQ) program. Some of our students choose to do a double major combining MIST and HREQ. Alternatively, you can do a double major with a program outside DES in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. Along with the Multicultural and Indigenous Studies degree, you have the option of pursuing a number of certificates, including the Certificate in Indigenous Studies, Certificate in Anti-Racist Research and Practice (CARRP) and a Certificate in Refugee and Migration Studies (in conjunction with the Centre for Refugee Studies). In addition, DES has negotiated access into the accelerated program in Social Service Worker Program in Seneca College and upon completion of that you will be eligible to be licensed by the Ontario Association of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.