Education in action: Strategic Plan 2026-2031
Learn about our Strategic Plan
Message from the Dean
It is with great pride that I present our new strategic plan. The result of a collective effort, this roadmap articulates our ambitions to propel our Faculty to new heights.
For several years now, our Faculty has been experiencing a period of remarkable momentum. Driven by a deep sense of commitment, our student and alumni communities, along with our faculty members and administrative staff, continually innovate, create, and engage with purpose. Together, they embody the promise of a meaningful future - one rooted in the values of social justice, diversity, and compassion - and act as true agents of change.
Supported by rigorous, ambitious, and transformative research, our Faculty actively contributes to the advancement of educational practices, policies, and knowledge, both nationally and internationally.
This strategic plan reflects the current reality of our Faculty and charts a clear, mobilizing path forward to transform the educational landscape, while strengthening and deepening the ties that connect us to the broader community.
Francis Bangou
Dean of the Faculty of Education
Purpose
To inspire emerging and practicing professionals in education to make meaningful contributions to today's world through the excellence of our francophone and anglophone programs, innovative research, and enduring commitment to social justice.
Vision
A flourishing Faculty committed to its diverse communities. We champion education as a catalyst for change and democracy through transformative research, sustained partnerships, and a culture of care.
Values
- Social Justice: We are committed to promoting the vitality of the Francophonie, upholding Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and ensuring dignity, equity, and inclusion for all.
- Care: We are committed to practicing care in our interactions, decision-making, teaching, and research practices by placing people and our social and physical environments at the heart of our actions.
- Excellence: We strive to achieve our full potential, individually and collectively, by fostering care, upholding academic rigour, and offering high-quality programs and services.
- Innovation: We are committed to fostering creative initiatives for developing concrete, ethical, and meaningful solutions for today's challenges.
Pathways
Voices of the Community
Marie‑Eve Girard
"This strategic plan will serve as a backdrop to guide our initiatives and actions in the coming years. It recognizes the importance of people and human relationships, while preparing for a future in which issues related to social justice and technology will become increasingly prominent".
Manager, Research and Engagement
Elie Ndala
"The strategic plan resonates with me both personally and academically. It reflects the importance of ensuring that all voices are heard and is grounded in governance that remains attentive to the realities of the academic community. Inclusive and forward‑looking, it expresses a clear commitment in a rapidly evolving social context".
PhD Candidate
Anita Tenasco
"The Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa has worked to establish strong roots in order to build a solid foundation for success. This success is reflected in the new strategic plan, where truth and reconciliation will be a priority".
Anishinaabe‑Algonquin from the Kitigan Zibi community and Special Advisor on Indigenization