The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad Reject Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity in Academia - House of Commons Testimony (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_886)
Sep 25, 2025
The discussion dives into the need for meritocracy in academia, emphasizing that research excellence should be based purely on objective standards. Dr. Saad highlights alarming trends, such as the overwhelming inclusion of DEI language in job postings and specific gender-racial requirements for research positions. Several case studies reveal a shift towards equity-based policies, which he critiques, asserting that science should remain apolitical and focused on truth, not identity. He warns that ideological activism risks undermining the integrity of academic research.
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Science Is Not An Empathy Party
- Gad Saad contends science aims to understand the world, not to serve as an 'empathy party' for marginalized groups.
- He calls allocating research funds by diversity, inclusion, and equity an affront to dignity and excellence.
Waterloo's Targeted Chair Calls
- Gad Saad cites the University of Waterloo calls restricting Canada Research Chair applications by gender and racial self-identification.
- He uses this example to illustrate identity-based hiring restrictions in academia.
UBC's Federally Designated Group Posting
- Gad Saad gives a second example from UBC limiting a Tier 1 chair to federally designated groups including indigenous people and people with disabilities.
- He presents this as another instance of identity-based allocation of research positions.
