City University of New York, Brooklyn College
PA-7: Support for Underrepresented Groups
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Reporter |
Stalin
Espinal Sustainability Coordinator Environmental Health & Safety |
Does the institution have a publicly posted non-discrimination statement? :
The non-discrimination statement, including the website URL where the policy is publicly accessible:
It is policy of The City University of New York to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and provide benefits to employees and to admit and provide services for students without discriminating on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, partnership status, disability, genetic information, alienage, citizenship, military or veteran status, pregnancy, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/sex offenses, unemployment status, caregiver or familial status, prior record of arrest or conviction, or any other legally prohibited basis in accordance with federal, state and city laws.
http://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/web/about/initiatives/policies/nondiscrimination.php
Does the institution have a discrimination response protocol or committee (sometimes called a bias response team)?:
A brief description of the institution’s discrimination response protocol or team:
The Team for Racial Justice was established the summer of 2020. In the fall, the team hosted open forums and an online community feedback form for the college community to voice their concerns. The team used that information to issue a series of recommendations throughout the fall to enhance racial justice and other biases on campus.
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit students from underrepresented groups?:
Does the institution have programs specifically designed to recruit academic staff from underrepresented groups?:
Does the institution have programs designed specifically to recruit non-academic staff from underrepresented groups?:
A brief description of the institution’s programs to recruit students, academic staff, and/or non-academic staff from underrepresented groups:
The college reaffirms support for the principles of workforce diversity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Publish annually a written statement that promulgates the President's commitment to workforce diversity.
Expand the annual Pluralism and Diversity Report to include a Workforce Diversity Plan which identifies areas where focused efforts to increase workforce diversity will be undertaken.
Require demonstrated experience and skills in managing diversity as a standard qualification for all leadership positions.
Require all executives to reflect the President's commitment in their day-to-day activities. Support the office responsible for Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity by providing sufficient staff to perform the day-to-day operations of the office.
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support, academic support, or other programs designed specifically to support students from underrepresented groups on campus?:
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs designed specifically to support academic staff from underrepresented groups on campus?:
Does the institution have mentoring, counseling, peer support or other programs to support non-academic staff from underrepresented groups on campus?:
A brief description of the institution’s programs designed specifically to support students, academic staff, and/or non-academic staff from underrepresented groups:
The Personal Counseling program, is a referral network to licensed mental health clinicians, clinics, and agencies with expertise in immigration and mental health. Students in need of culturally responsive personal counseling for immigration-related concerns and worries can obtain services and referrals through this office during the Personal Counseling Liaison hours. The Magner Career Center supports students by collaborating with employers, alumni, faculty and staff on campus. The Presidential Advisory Committee for Staff works identify and match the right support to the college's staff members and their needs.
Does the institution have training and development programs, teaching fellowships and/or other programs that specifically aim to support and prepare students from underrepresented groups for careers as faculty members?:
A brief description of the institution’s programs to support and prepare students from underrepresented groups for careers as faculty members:
Teaching Fellows is offer through the School of Education, the program aims to attract people from professions outside the field of education who are committed to bringing their varied talents and experience into the city's public schools. It is designed for individuals who already have a bachelor’s degree and who require preparation in education in order to make the transition into teaching.
Does the institution produce a publicly accessible inventory of gender-neutral bathrooms on campus?:
Does the institution offer housing options to accommodate the special needs of transgender and transitioning students?:
Website URL where information about the institution’s support for underrepresented groups is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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