Established in 2021, the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee seeks to understand the challenges faced by the economics profession in Atlantic Canada, as well as potential solutions that are tailored to the region. This may include:

• promoting the work and achievements of economists in Atlantic Canada, particularly those from equity-deserving groups;

• elucidating the role of economists in advancing science and policy related to diversity, equity and inclusion;

• disseminating economic research on issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion; 

• sharing teaching experiences and resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion in economics education; and

• facilitating professional development activities for current and prospective economists, especially those from equity-deserving groups.

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee operates with support from the Board of Directors of the Atlantic Canada Economics Association. In addition, we are pleased to work with and learn from the Canadian Economics Diversity Committee and Canadian Women Economists Committee.

We would like to acknowledge the contributions of past committee members: Rob Moir, University of New Brunswick Saint John (2021-2022) and Joniada Milla, Saint Mary's University (2021). We would also like to acknowledge two students who contributed to our initiatives during the summer of 2022: Patrick Lumsden, University of Maine and Samuel Sarria Hurtado, University of Prince Edward Island. 

We want to hear from you! Please contact us with questions, feedback and/or to get involved.

Email: aceadeicommittee@gmail.com
Twitter: @aceadei