In education, diversity refers to quantifying the number of different social groups represented in a school or schools within a school board. Examples of social groups could include: LGBTQ+, females, non-binary youth, etc. Inclusion speaks to the qualitative experience that students have. Inclusion means students are able to express their authentic selves in the learning space and still have access to all learning opportunities. Equity refers to the concept of providing fair access to programming and learning opportunities based on the differing needs of each student. Equality refers to all students having access to programming and learning opportunities.
