Diversity must be reflected at all levels of the OCDSB, from students and staff to leadership and school boards. Increasing representation means actively working to recruit, hire and promote individuals from diverse backgrounds. It also means ensuring that diverse voices and perspectives are included in decision-making processes, curriculum development and all aspects of the OCDSB's work.
Direction
Increase representation: Implementing Equity and Inclusive Hiring Policy to build a representative workforce.
Progress
The following work was undertaken as part of our 2020-2023 Roadmap:
Completed:
- Establish and support staff affiliate networks
Completed:
- Develop, implement and support Leadership Development Plan for Indigenous, Black and minoritized leaders
- Establish and implement Equitable Recruitment Strategy
- Establish Indigenous Education Representative in all school sites
- Expand Indigenous Education team
In progress:
- Initiate Employee Systems Review - 50% complete
- Establish Elder in Residence Program - 20% complete
- Expand and establish student leadership councils - 60% complete
Completed:
- Establish Indigenous Student Trustee position