## Breadcrumb 1. [Home](/index%2Ephp/) 2. [Overview](/index%2Ephp/campus-life) 3. [Diversity](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/56) ![White room with a table in the centre, while people look towards a woman.](/sites/default/files/styles/header_medium_desktop/public/2024-10/53453344801_5bcb94a342_o%20%282%29.jpeg.webp?itok=CCozytw_) Explore - [Overview](/campus-life) - [Parents and Families](/campus-life/parents-and-families) - [Our Campus](/about-ocad-u/our-campus) - [Campus Map](https://map.ocadu.ca/) - [Events Calendar](/campus-life/events-and-exhibitions) - [Diversity](/campus-life/diversity) - [Student Clubs](/campus-life/student-clubs) - [Housing Information](https://admissions.ocadu.ca/afford/housing-partners) - [Mentorship](/campus-life/mentorship) - [Student Leadership](/campus-life/student-leadership) - [Scams Targeting Students](/campus-life/scams-targeting-students) - [Student Union](https://www.ocadsu.org/) - [Studios](/student-services/studios) - [Orientation Events](https://www.ocadu.ca/campus-life/orientation-events?field_department_target_id=448) - [myOCADU](/myocadu) # Diversity Explore - [Overview](/campus-life) - [Parents and Families](/campus-life/parents-and-families) - [Our Campus](/about-ocad-u/our-campus) - [Campus Map](https://map.ocadu.ca/) - [Events Calendar](/campus-life/events-and-exhibitions) - [Diversity](/campus-life/diversity) - [Student Clubs](/campus-life/student-clubs) - [Housing Information](https://admissions.ocadu.ca/afford/housing-partners) - [Mentorship](/campus-life/mentorship) - [Student Leadership](/campus-life/student-leadership) - [Scams Targeting Students](/campus-life/scams-targeting-students) - [Student Union](https://www.ocadsu.org/) - [Studios](/student-services/studios) - [Orientation Events](https://www.ocadu.ca/campus-life/orientation-events?field_department_target_id=448) - [myOCADU](/myocadu) rgb(0,0,0) OCAD U is located in one of the most diverse countries and cities in the world, and our campus reflects this diversity. Our community of students, faculty, staff and alums represent a full spectrum of ideas, talent, experiences and perspectives. We are a community of creatives who collaborate to exchange ideas and drive forward innovation in art and design practice. We provide programming and spaces for all, including several multi-faith rooms located across campus. OCAD University actively promotes education and employment equity through initiatives like the [Scarborough Charter](/about-ocad-u/our-story/diversity-equity-and-sustainability-initiatives/scarborough-charter). Our Human Rights and Equity Office works to reduce barriers to equity, diversity and inclusivity on campus and in society. There are over 50 [student groups](/campus-life/student-clubs) on campus representing diverse cultural groups. OCAD U promotes Indigenous engagement and[ academic programs](/academics), and services offered through the [Indigenous Student Centre](/student-services/indigenous-student-centre). [Accessibility Services](/student-services/student-accessibility-services) provide OCAD U students with alternate formats for learning, as well as academic accommodations including flexible deadlines and notetaking support. OCAD U students can apply for [bursaries](/student-services/financial-aid/bursaries) including Indigenous student bursaries, bursaries for students with disabilities, and racial equity bursaries specifically awarded to students who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racialized. Awards including the Indigenous Student Leadership Award and Diversity & Equity Excellence Award are conferred annually by OCAD U in recognition of selected students. Diversity is a key component of the OCAD U experience and our programs and initiatives actively reflect the full scope of ideas, experiences and perspectives in our community rgb(0,0,0) ## Explore Diversity at OCAD U 01 Previous item Next item [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-11/Indigenous%20Student%20-%20spotlight%20image%20%281%29.jpeg.webp?itok=qH6vXoAJ) ### Indigenous Student Centre Specialized services to support the academic, cultural, social and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous students at OCAD University. ](/student-services/indigenous-student-centre) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-10/odesi.jpg.webp?itok=kHq2zSDk) ### Human Rights and Equity Office (HREO) Find out about equity, diversity and inclusivity initiatives at OCAD U. ](/about-ocad-u/our-story/human-rights-and-equity-office) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-10/charter2.jpg.webp?itok=mfj6M8gy) ### Scarborough Charter Find out more about the Scarborough Charter and how it's being implemented at OCAD U. ](/about-ocad-u/our-story/diversity-equity-and-sustainability-initiatives/scarborough-charter) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-10/53839379607_fbe26d83ea_o.jpeg.webp?itok=2mzimFIX) ### Accessibility Services Learn about accessing alternate formats and accessibility services at OCAD U. ](/student-services/student-accessibility-services) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-10/groups.jpg.webp?itok=OGEoDWb5) ### Student Groups Explore over 50 student groups active at OCAD U, including diverse cultural clubs. ](/campus-life/student-clubs) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-10/welding.jpg.webp?itok=9LBXNrW6) ### Bursaries OCAD U students have access to Indigenous student bursaries, bursaries for students with disabilities, and racial equity bursaries specifically awarded to students who identify as Indigenous, Black, or racialized. ](/student-services/financial-aid/bursaries) [ ![](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium/public/2024-10/aware.jpg.webp?itok=kamZHMuC) ### Awards Awards including the Indigenous Student Leadership Award and Diversity & Equity Excellence Award are conferred annually by OCAD U in recognition of selected students. ](/student-services/financial-aid/scholarships-awards)