Centering Equity at »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ

 

»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ's Philosophy of Inclusion

»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Community College strives to enhance a culture of inclusion and belonging, and we are committed to prioritizing the safety, dignity and agency of all members of our community. Because a dynamic learning environment demonstrates and encourages curiosity, accountability, self-reflection and a willingness to consider new concepts and different perspectives, we recognize that safety and respect are essential to fostering an educational environment of meaningful engagement and growth. Individually and collectively, we endeavor to see and to value ourselves and one another, to cultivate authentic connections and to involve all voices in decision-making on campus.  

Inclusion in Action  
  • When we strive to create an inclusive campus environment, we make a commitment to:  
  • Advocate for a shared sense of responsibility for and with one another; 
  • Recognize that different kinds of cultural wealth and lived experiences strengthen our learning and our community; 
  • Nurture everyone’s ability and willingness to question our own assumptions; 
  • Maintain awareness of the impact of our words and actions upon others; and 
  • Encourage one another in lifelong learning through respectful dialogue and active listening. 

Learn More

DEI Calendar of Events

Contact Us

Toni Buckley, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
abuckley@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-3075

Erica Barreto, Student Diversity Programs and Belonging
ebarreto@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-1613

»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ is committed to providing universal access to all our events. Please email abuckley@berkshirecc.edu or call 413-236-3075 to request disability accommodations.

DEI Strategic Plan 2024-2027

Affirmative Action Policy

Interested in Putting Social Justice into Action at »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ?

  • Students
    • Connect with the DEI Council. Email Toni Buckley, abuckley@berkshirecc.edu for more information.
    • Attend an event — check out our calendar below.
    • Support the to unify communities throughout the county to stop hate, address bullying, and build safe, inclusive communities for all.
    • Join an equity-minded student organization on campus or start your own (email the Coordinator of Student Diversity Programming and Belonging, Erica Barreto ebarreto@berkshirecc.edu, for more information).
    • If you believe that you have been harassed or discriminated against based on your sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity; race, color, national origin; religion, creed; age; disability; or based on membership in any other class protected by law or by the College's Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Diversity Policy, you may file a complaint with the College.
  • Community
    • Connect with the DEI Council - email abuckley@berkshirecc.edu for more information.
    • Support the to unify communities throughout the county to stop hate, address bullying, and build safe, inclusive communities for all.
    • Share social justice work happening in the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ County in our DEI Council Meetings or on our webpage – email dei@berkshirecc.edu for more information.
    • Donate to the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ Foundation and mention "DEI Council" in your comments.
  • Faculty and Staff
    • Join the DEI Council and participate on a subcommittee — email abuckley@berkshirecc.edu for more information.
    • Attend an event – check out our calendar below.
    • Include your
    • Support the to unify communities throughout the county to stop hate, address bullying, and build safe, inclusive communities for all.
    • Share how are you making your classroom an equitable and inclusive learning space.
    • Share resources for other faculty (within and across disciplines).
    • If you believe that you have been harassed or discriminated against based on your sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity; race, color, national origin; religion, creed; age; disability; or based on membership in any other class protected by law or by the College's Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Diversity Policy, you may file a complaint with the College.