The CFHT J.E.D.I. Council is composed of staff volunteers representing all groups within the company (Astronomy, Finance & Administration, Instrumentation, MSE, Operations, and Software), as well as an external consultant.

Mission Statement

"The CFHT J.E.D.I. (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Council will foster intentional relationships within our workplace and among our many communities, upholding and fulfilling kuleana as stewards, implementing systemic growth through ongoing education of ourselves and others, cultivating a sense of belonging."

2025 Priorities

• Followup on the Survey Recommendations after formal response from the Executive.
• Conduct a review and recommend changes to the hiring policy and processes.
• Produce updated and inclusive Staff and Land Acknowledgements.
• Install permanent trilingual signage at HQ.

Reports

• December 2023 Report to the CFHT Board of Directors
• December 2024 Report to the CFHT Board of Directors

Contact

The CFHT J.E.D.I. Council can be reached via email here. If you prefer to connect with us anonymously, you can use this form. Please reach out if you'd like more information on what we do!