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Mission and Process

The mission of the CEC is to amplify the purpose, support the work and expand the reach of — with the intent to model a community of practice on Lehigh’s campus.

Goals and Process

Amplify the Purpose of ‘A Lehigh for Everyone’

  • Ensure transparency and accountability between unit-specific inclusion groups and the Vice President for Equity and Community (VPEC) — through regular communication, open invitation to CEC meetings and CEC presence at campus activities and programs.
  • Offer strategic advice and recommendations on matters of inclusion to the VPEC and unit-specific inclusion groups.
  • Share resources that highlight the significance of embracing diverse perspectives in all forms while fostering open and honest dialogue.
  • Communicate successes and accomplishments in inclusive excellence and belonging with the campus community and beyond.

Support the Work

  • Inventory inclusive excellence and belonging initiatives and projects occurring across campus and the local community.
  • Consult with the VPEC and unit-specific groups on inclusive excellence and belonging initiatives with intentionality.
  • Encourage people to share their experiences, perspectives and concerns, and center those from underrepresented groups.
  • Participate in awareness-building and educational activities on and off campus.

Expand its Reach

  • Provide opportunities to address the concerns and feedback voiced by members of the community.
  • Promote the mechanisms associated with inclusive excellence and belonging projects, interventions, assessments and policies.
  • Advocate for diverse representation across campus and the visibility of underrepresented voices.
  • Recognize individual colleagues dedicated to the work of inclusive excellence and belonging on campus.

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