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HALTON EQUITY DIVERSITY
ROUNDTABLE

Building systemic inclusion and equity in Halton.

ABOUT US

The Halton Equity Diversity Roundtable (HEDR) is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within the Halton region. With a passionate commitment to creating a community where individuals feel like they belong, HEDR brings together individuals, organizations, and businesses that share a common vision of a diverse and harmonious community.

 

HEDR's mission revolves around strengthening the ability of community members and organizations to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in Halton through skills, knowledge, and relationship building. HEDR does this to fostering an environment where individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or socioeconomic status, feel empowered and valued. By promoting understanding, respect, and inclusivity, HEDR aims to eliminate barriers, prejudices, and systemic inequalities that hinder social progress and hinder the growth of a cohesive society.

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ORGANIZATION SELF-ASSESSMENT TOOL

The Halton Equity and Diversity Roundtable (HEDR) is pleased to offer an Organizational Self-Assessment Tool for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for organizations, groups and businesses in Halton to increase the capacity to be inclusive and equitable in all forms of human diversity, as well as to enhance practices, policies and services.

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WINTER & SPRING 2025
  • Circle of Change: Belonging Fireside Chat
    Circle of Change: Belonging Fireside Chat
    Wed, Jan 15
    Zoom
    Jan 15, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    Jan 15, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    in partnership with Grandmother's Voice
  • HEDR Membership Meeting
    HEDR Membership Meeting
    Tue, Jan 21
    Zoom
    Jan 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Zoom
    Jan 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Zoom
    Theme: Sphere of Control Framework
  • Harmony and Belonging: Celebrating Black Excellence Through Art
    Harmony and Belonging: Celebrating Black Excellence Through Art
    Wed, Feb 12
    Oakville
    Feb 12, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Oakville, 2302 Bridge Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 2H9, Canada
    Feb 12, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Oakville, 2302 Bridge Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 2H9, Canada
    A partnership with the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton and Black Mentorship Inc.
  • Circle of Change: Belonging
    Circle of Change: Belonging
    Wed, Feb 19
    Zoom
    Feb 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    Feb 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    in partnership with Grandmother's Voice
  • Circle of Change: Belonging 2
    Circle of Change: Belonging 2
    Wed, Mar 19
    Zoom
    Mar 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    Mar 19, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    in partnership with Grandmother's Voice
  • Inclusive Design Symposium: Blueprints for Belonging
    Inclusive Design Symposium: Blueprints for Belonging
    Thu, Mar 20
    Oakville
    Mar 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Oakville, 1151 Bronte Rd, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1, Canada
    Mar 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Oakville, 1151 Bronte Rd, Oakville, ON L6M 3L1, Canada
  • HEDR Membership Meeting
    HEDR Membership Meeting
    Tue, Mar 25
    Zoom
    Mar 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Zoom
    Mar 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Zoom
    Theme: Persuasive Communication
  • Semi-Annual In-Person Membership Meeting & Neurodiversity Symposium
    Semi-Annual In-Person Membership Meeting & Neurodiversity Symposium
    Wed, Apr 30
    Milton
    Apr 30, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Milton, 410 Bronte St. S, Milton, ON L9T 0H8, Canada
    Apr 30, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Milton, 410 Bronte St. S, Milton, ON L9T 0H8, Canada
  • Beyond Allyship: Being An Accomplice
    Beyond Allyship: Being An Accomplice
    Thu, May 22
    Zoom
    May 22, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
    May 22, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    Zoom
  • 2025 EDI Conference
    2025 EDI Conference
    Thu, Jun 05
    Burlington
    Jun 05, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Burlington, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4, Canada
    Jun 05, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Burlington, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington, ON L7T 4H4, Canada
    in partnership with Community Development Halton, Our Kids Network, & Grandmother's Voice.
  • InclusioTalk: Global Perspectives on Gender
    InclusioTalk: Global Perspectives on Gender
    Thu, Jun 26
    Location is TBD
    Jun 26, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    Location is TBD
    Jun 26, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    Location is TBD
HEDR CONSULTANT
COLLECTIVE

The HEDR DEI Consultant Collective aims to establish a comprehensive consultancy focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) solutions for organizations. Our collective brings together a diverse group of expert consultants specializing in various facets of DEI, offering tailored services to support businesses in embedding inclusive practices across their operations. Through strategic guidance, assessments, and program implementation, we aim to foster environments where diversity thrives, equity is upheld, and inclusion is integral.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The Halton Equity and Diversity Roundtable is grateful to acknowledge that we are on Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Traditional Territory of the Haudenosaunee and the Huron-Wendat.

We recognize that Halton is home to many First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples of the past, present and future. We continue to reflect on the past and acknowledge that which came before us, while recognizing the importance of taking the path of Truth and Reconciliation.

We are committed to raising awareness for building systemic inclusion and equity in Halton, and we strive to learn and work together effectively to move us forward towards a community where individuals are valued, respected and empowered.

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