At the UW, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are integral to research excellence. We bring a breadth of disciplines and diversity of individual experience to asking and answering research questions, in an inclusive environment that encourages innovation. We promote equity-centered research approaches that consider the people involved, research processes and research objectives together at every stage of the research process.
Fast facts
Diversity focused research
In the past 3 years, UW has hired more than 20 faculty members (in 16 departments) whose research addresses issues associated with race and social justice.
Diversity in leadership
20 Senior Diversity Leads support programs to enhance excellence across the breadth of disciplines at UW.
Diversity in academics
UW has researchers from 30 schools and colleges, plus several major research institutes, representing more than 190 disciplines.
Spotlight on DEI research:
Providing access in recreation spaces
Jason Naranjo, associate teaching professor in UW Bothell’s School of Educational Studies, combines classroom time and outdoor experiences to help students explore what it means to provide access and disability justice for community members in recreation spaces.
Diversity research centers
Researchers at UW centers explore diversity and equity issues locally and globally, examining their economic, social, and cultural impacts.
DEI Task Force
Read the 2023 faculty task force report on current and future directions for DEI throughout research.