Diversity and Inclusion
Cultivate an environment of equity and inclusion through education, leadership, collaboration, and advocating social justice. Serve as a resource for the community on diversity, equity, and inclusion matters. Encourage awareness and support programs aimed at diversity. Identify barriers and develop strategies to attract, retain, and promote diversity among students, faculty, and staff. Enrich the educational experience for diverse workplaces and communities.
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Diversity and Inclusion MariAnne Zavala-Lopez BBCC Counselor Monica Medrano Workforce Education Services Coordinator
Multicultural Development Team 14 MDT members (5 faculty, 7 administrative exempt (2 of the 7 are administrative leadership, 2 classified) Vision: Cultivate an environment of equity and inclusion Mission: Promoting equity and inclusion through education, leadership, collaboration and advocating social justice.
Areas of Focus Serve as a resource for the Big Bend community on matters relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion; Encourage and support programs and activities aimed at raising awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion; Identify barriers and provide support for developing strategies to attract, recruit, retain, advance, and promote a diverse student body, faculty, and staff; Develop and recommend strategies to encourage interaction among the college s diverse populations; Enrich the educational experience that will prepare members of the campus community to live and work in increasingly diverse workplaces and communities.
Completed In-Progress Proposed/Planned X Mission Statement X Vision Statement X X MDT Membership X X Webpage (resources) X Safe Space Training Professional Development: Words Matter (Blindspot) 2 All staff sessions 1 Faculty In-Service 1 Student workshop X X X Hiring Process: Diversity Statement Screening Committees X X X X
Completed In-Progress Proposed/Planned Student Activities: Application X X Campus Cultural Audit X MDT Planning Session X X Faculty Resource Collaborate with College Administration X