Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies, University of Toronto

The academic mission of the Centre for Diaspora and Transnational Studies is to establish a hub of excellence that will enhance undergraduate life at the University of Toronto by speaking directly to students’ experiences of migration and diaspora through an interdisciplinary lens drawn from both the social sciences and humanities. The work of the Centre is comparative, qualitative and historically driven as well as providing policy insights on pertinent issues in the world today. Through its activities it aims to become the focus for innovative and important graduate and faculty research within the university and across the world. The Centre adds important dimensions to the university’s national and international reputation, at the same time connecting us to the city of Toronto itself.