Delta College
PA-4: Diversity and Equity Coordination

Delta College Equity Office is responsible for monitoring and ensuring that the College policies and programs are in compliance with federal and state statutory and regulatory requirements relating to Equal Opportunity and Equity issues, including Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act. Additionally, Delta College is committed to addressing discrimination complaints promptly, consistently and fairly. Any Delta College employee, student, applicant for admission or employment, or other participant in the College's programs or activities who believes discrimination has occurred on the basis of one of the protected classes listed below may file a complaint. Delta College embraces equal opportunity as a core value: we actively promote, advocate, respect and value differences, and we foster a welcoming environment of openness and appreciation for all. Delta prohibits discrimination in accordance with, and as defined by, applicable federal, state, and local law, particularly non-discrimination in employment, education, public accommodation, or public service on the basis of age, arrest record, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, and weight. http://www.delta.edu/equity/index.html, http://www.delta.edu/about-us/diversity.html Awareness Activities - The College has developed an annual educational campaign consisting of presentations that include distribution of educational material, participating in and presenting information and materials throughout the entire year to all students and employees. VAWA/Clery Training - Employees and students are provided with education and training on awareness and risk reduction of sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and consent in compliance with the Violence Against Women Act and the Clery Act. Multicultural services - The Office of Multicultural Services offers a wide range of services and activities designed to support students from multicultural backgrounds and experiences. Staff members are available and committed to helping students begin as well as achieve their educational and career goals. If you encounter difficulties which interfere with your goals or progress, let us know. We provide a supportive environment and serve as a resource to help students more effectively meet their personal and academic challenges. Safe Space - Safe Space is a nationally recognized program supported in many public school systems, colleges and universities. Delta College Safe Space consists of a dedicated team of administrators, faculty and staff members who are committed to providing a safe haven, a listening ear and support for anyone dealing with issues related to sexual orientation and gender expression. Staff and faculty groups include Black Faculty & Staff Association and PRISM Alliance. Student groups include that incorporate diversity include Black Student Union, Citizens in Action, Mu Omega Delta (Men of Delta), Society of Hispanic Leaders, Sociology in Action, and Unison.

By taking part in training and activities, the participant will be able to define diversity, inclusion, and stereotype; understand how diversity positively impacts the bottom line; identify ways to create and maintain an inclusive environment; understand the impact of stereotypes on peer and customer relationships; and understand that culture is unique to every individual.