A Commitment to Change
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides vision, leadership, and advocacy in fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming campus central to the land-grant mission. The Office leads and facilitates the development of institutional policies, protocols, and practices intended to create a more equitable, and inclusive campus culture.
Our office commits to continuing to serve the University community in helping chart a path forward by:
UNL must be even more committed to our mission of building a community where each individual is able to work and learn in an atmosphere of dignity, equity and inclusion. While words are powerful, we must also act. We must strive for racial equity whenever and wherever it occurs. Our system requires action and reform as evidenced by disparities in education, income levels, health, housing, and criminal justice. As members of campus community, it is our responsibility to co-create and support a system that is responsive to inequities. While difficult, it is imperative to consistently recognize, interrogate and disrupt ourselves in all of this.
While many of us grieve every time a grave injustice occurs, we must disrupt a cycle of returning to the daily lives. We have to do something different to disrupt the cycle.
Please join us for these events and stay tuned on our Facebook, Twitter, and monthly Newsletter for updates on other events and opportunities for solidarity and reflection. If your department or organization is planning a program to promote solidarity and/or reflection, please let us know at diversity@unl.edu.
What We Are Doing As A Campus
- Campus Communications
- Ongoing and New Initiatives
- Educational Opportunities
- Lincoln Community Conversations & Campaigns
Campus Communications
Dr. Barker letter - Standing in Solidarity is still needed-now more than ever
"First, I want to offer my sympathy to those directly and indirectly impacted by the most recent act of violence against the 8 victims of the Atlanta shooting—six who were of Asian descent and seven who were women. While the investigation into motive is still underway, these losses of lives occur during a time where there continues to be threats to and attacks toward Asian/Asian American and Pacifica Islander (AAPI) individuals and communities. I am reminded of our definition of “inclusion,” which calls for us to understand how context, histories, and systems must factor in assessing situations and outcomes."
Read the full text of "Standing in Solidarity is still needed-now more than ever" by Vice Chancellor Marco Barker
Dr. Barker letter - The Echoing Call for Systematic Change
"To be honest, I hesitated to write this statement. I thought about the countless incidences where people of color, indigenous women, and LGBTQ folxs were ignored, devalued and dehumanized, overlooked, discriminated against, and the ultimate consequence of their identity, murdered."
Read the full text of "The Echoing Call for Systemic Change" by Vice Chancellor Marco Barker
Chancellor Message- Spring 2021 Semester
"As an institution of higher education, we know this is a time to lean into discovery and learning. To probe and learn from the past. To explore and understand the present. To define and to shape the future, as called for and described eloquently by President Biden in his inaugural address. No matter what your major or field of study, you have an opportunity to be a part of this."
Read the full message by Chancellor Ronnie Green
Responses from Campus Leadership
Discussions as important as this one deserve an all-encompassing response. Read statements made by members of our campus community and learn more about our multi-faceted response.
Ongoing and New Initiatives
Launched The Journey
During summer 2020, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln initiated the Journey on Anti-Racism and Racial Equity — a campus collective aimed at pursuing racial justice and eliminated systematic racism.
#NCLUDE
All are welcome to join this virtual space gives that the Husker community a place to share their thoughts and feelings on inclusive excellence. Learn more about #NCLUDE.
My Husker Action
My Husker Action is a collective undertaking of all of UNL to do their part and take small actions that make a big difference. The campus community is encouraged to share their actions so together, we can create chance. Learn more about My Husker Action.
CEO Act!on
UNL has made a commitment to CEO Act!on which focuses on advancing diversity and inclusion efforts in the workplace. UNL seeks to elevate this dialogue so that together, we can become more inclusive leaders and ambassadors for diversity – on our campus, on teams and in our communities. Learn more about our commitment to CEO Act!on.
Educational Opportunities
Diversity Education Request
Need assistance with your educational materials? See if our Diversity & Inclusion office is available for outreach. Learn more about requesting diversity education.
#NCLUDE
All are welcome to join this virtual space gives that the Husker community a place to share their thoughts and feelings on inclusive excellence. Learn more about #NCLUDE.
AFIRE
AFIRE strives to create environments that promote inclusive excellence through their workshops and pledge programs. Learn more about AFIRE.
Dish It Up
Every Tuesday the Cornhusker community can gather to hold a meaningful and respectful dialogue about current events, individual perspectives, and worldwide happenings. Learn more about Dish It Up.
Lincoln Community Conversations & Campaigns
Together One Lincoln
Learn to hold respectful and open conversations with your friends and family members over the topics that matter most. Learn more about Together One Lincoln.
The Malone Center
The Malone Center is a community center focused on advocating for racial and socioeconomic equality. Learn more about The Malone Center.
YWCA
Lincoln's YWCA is devoted to eliminating racism and empowering women through community programs and advocacy. Learn more about YWCA.
Asians Community Center
The Asian Community and Cultural Center provides education, advocacy and community centered on Lincoln's Asian population. Learn more about the Asian Community and Cultural Center.
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