Education and Engagement supports several staff and faculty Affinity groups at WashU. Affinity groups are self-governed and led by volunteer staff and faculty leaders that support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that shift the culture and climate of the WashU community. Affinity Group leaders provide various opportunities for employees to engage across roles and disciplines and foster a sense of community. To learn more about each group and get connected, click on the following:
- Asian, Pacific Islander, Desi American (APIDA) – provide Asian, Pacific Islander, and/or Desi American staff and faculty with opportunities to interact, strengthen professional connections, and build support networks through outreach with the local APIDA community.
- Black Faculty and Staff Cabinet – The Cabinet fosters a culture of oneness by ensuring the support, equity, and inclusion of African American/Black faculty and staff at WashU, and brings issues to the attention of the university’s leadership. The Cabinet will support the academic and professional development of African American/Black faculty, staff, students and other individuals of color.
- Diversity and Inclusion Forum for Faculty and Staff (DIFFS) – culturally inclusive and supportive network for all underrepresented faculty and staff at Washington University committed to supporting a strong diverse and inclusive environment.
- SOMOS WashU – Latine faculty and staff that focus on creating opportunities for community, connection, and conversation.
Are you interested in joining a specific Affinity Group list serv? Please join using the above links and click on the “join our list serv” tab.