MariAnne Zavala-Lopez 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.

Professional Development: Words Matter (Blindspot) Completed In-Progress Proposed/Planned Mission Statement X Vision Statement MDT Membership Webpage (resources) Safe Space Training Professional Development: Words Matter (Blindspot) 2 All staff sessions 1 Faculty In-Service 1 Student workshop Hiring Process: Diversity Statement Screening Committees

Collaborate with College Administration Completed In-Progress Proposed/Planned Student Activities: Application X Campus Cultural Audit MDT Planning Session Faculty Resource Collaborate with College Administration