Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee

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FAU Libraries’ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

“Diversity is a fundamental value of the FAU Libraries and an integral part of our strategic plan. We seek and provide opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings. Our appreciation and dedication for diversity allows us to serve our community with sensitivity and adaptability. We define diversity to include race, sex, gender identity, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, and religion.

We also recognize inequity can accompany diversity. We acknowledge that providing all users with the same level of resources and support is not necessarily an issue of equal access. Our goal of removing barriers that might impede or discourage access and engagement is as important as providing information across space and time to our users.”

Dean's Statements on Diversity

The FAU Libraries’ Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee was launched in November 2016, and since then has been committed to celebrating diversity with the FAU Community through events, training, and educational opportunities.

The Libraries’ Diversity and Inclusion Committee is charged to make recommendations to the Dean on:

  • defining the scope of diversity needs within the context of the University’s and the Libraries’ strategic plans and mission statements

  • reviewing FAU Libraries services, collections, and technology to ensure full support for people of all backgrounds and perspectives

  • the development of signature events, services, collections, and exhibits to promote diversity and inclusion

  • improving the library’s work environment to ensure a safe, welcoming, supportive environment for all Libraries faculty and staff

  • arranging staff development opportunities to increase awareness and appreciation of different backgrounds and perspectives reviewing recruitment and hiring practices within the Library to promote diversity and inclusion

  • reviewing policies and procedures to remove obstacles and promote greater diversity and inclusion

  • developing the Libraries as role models for diversity for the FAU community

Membership

  • RJ Stamper, Chair

  • Jerrel Horn

  • Dawn Frood

Diversity & Inclusion Presentations