Ryerson University : Discrimination and Harassment Prevention

Discrimination and Harassment Prevention

The Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Office provides a variety of services including education workshops, seminars and training sessions; confidential information on human rights complaint and complaint procedures including investigation and mediation; assistance with criminal harassment (stalking), assault or violence; and resource, material relating to human rights, equity and diversity.

Our services are available to students, faculty, staff and contractors on campus. The Office does not advocate for any particular individual or group. It advocates for fairness and for a community that upholds the dignity and worth of all members. All matters are held in strict confidence.

The Office of Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Services is located at Room POD-254, enter from the second floor of Jorgenson Hall, 416-979-5349. The Discrimination and harassment Prevention Policy is available at

Office hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Evening appointments are available with advanced notice.

IMPACT Workshop Series

How to register: Registration is required for all sessions. Interested students, staff and faculty should go to to register for the section that best fits their schedules. Once registered, a confirmation e-mail with the location of the session will be sent to each registrant.

Workshops are also available upon request to groups of 10 or more. To request a workshop, please call 416-979-5349 or email dhps@ryerson.ca

Also, be sure to consult the website for updates and changes.

Empower Yourself: Know Your Human Rights Understanding key components of Ryerson's Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy can empower you as an individual and/or employee. Knowing what your rights and responsibilities are can be a first step to helping you recognize and deal with issues related to discrimination and harassment. In this session you will learn what constitutes discrimination and/or harassment and develop strategies for resolving issues.

No Barriers @ Ryerson Raise your awareness of disability and accessibility issues and their intersection on our campus by exploring the best practices in working alongside those with disabilities. We will help you to discover ways to remove barriers in our interactions with people with disabilities in a discussion of how you, too, can be an ally!

Positive Space Ally Heterosexism, homophobia and transphobia continue to have a negative impact on the well-being of queer and Transgender students, faculty and staff. Working together as students, staff and faculty to create and maintain safe, welcoming, affirming and inclusive work, study and living environments is the goal of the Positive Space Ally program. In this session you will increase your awareness of sexual and gender diversity, and acquire tools to challenge homophobia, heterosexism and transphobia on our campus and beyond.

Race, Reality and Relationships In this action-packed session, the topic of race and its reality within our relationships at school and in the community are examined. Using individual and group exercises, you will explore your understanding of how power and privilege affect us all. You will come away with greater understanding of the need to be respectful of our differences, while we celebrate them.

Harassment in the Workplace In many aspects of our society, the behaviours associated with the various forms of harassment are considered normal. Harassment is generally about "power" - a way of maintaining it or getting it! In this session, learn to recognize harassing behaviours and what you can do about them. Remember, under the Ontario Human Rights Code it is the impact of the action or behaviour that counts, not the intent.

Sexual Harassment and Dating Violence Sexual harassment and dating violence continues to be a problem on our campus. Come to this interactive session and learn how to recognize and deal with unwelcome or unwanted behavior that could be considered sexual harassment. You will also learn about some of the key indicators that warn individuals about the potential for dating violence in their intimate relationships.

Diversity: Understanding Our Differences This one-hour session serves to get participants engaged in increasing their understanding of diversity and the complexities of individual difference. A university setting creates spaces where all students can make connections through their peers. Respecting diversity is about moving beyond tolerance for one’s differences embracing the rich and unique dimensions of diversity contained within every individual. How do we begin these conversations? How can we share about ourselves while learning about others? How do we cultivate and enhance an inclusive learning environment that values diverse learning and pedagogical styles to ensure that each individual reaches their full potential?

Aboriginal Awareness The struggles and resistance of Aboriginal Peoples of Turtle Island continue today and are implicated in the identity of Ryerson students, staff and faculty. This interactive workshop explores political language relating to identification, history of oppressive legislation and the current impacts. You will learn the basics to understanding the different barriers that Aboriginal students face getting to university and staying in university.

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