The Council on Academic Freedom at University of Toronto is a faculty-led organization devoted to upholding academic freedom at the university.
We are united by the commitment to the following three principles:
Free inquiry
The Council will advocate for academic freedom in teaching, research, and speech for members of the U of T community.
Intellectual diversity
The Council will promote thoughtful engagement by students and scholars who represent a broad range of opinions, both in its own activities and at the University.
Civil discourse
The Council will encourage open and honest discussion of ideas regardless of how controversial they may seem, both in and outside of the classroom.
Membership
Membership in the Council is open to:
- All U of T faculty who affirm the above principles
- Graduate students are also eligible for associate membership
Leadership
The chairman of CAFUT is Laurence Klotz, CM, MD, FRCSC, Professor, Dept of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine. The CAFUT has a Board comprised of the chair and 5-6 members. The Board represents a diverse range of academics from across the University.