Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
YVC Equity Statement
Â鶹ÊÓƵ, a Hispanic Serving Institution, is committed and aspiring to equity and cultivating a culture of equity mindedness. We humbly recognize that identities, communities, and populations are complex and ever- evolving. We are committed to a regular review of this document to make a living statement that is responsive to the changing needs and demographics of the communities we serve. This declaration and our scope of commitment is not static nor rigid.
- We BELIEVE that everyone has a right to education that fosters liberation, empowerment, and economic mobility regardless of their starting point or demographics.
- We BELIEVE that membership in any group does not determine student success.
- We EMBRACE the power of diversity and seek to create learning and working environments, with inclusivity at the core, that foster a true sense of belonging in our campus community.
- We COMMIT to regular analysis of data and evaluation our institutional policies and practices, to remove barriers and inequities.
- We PROVIDE opportunities for economic mobility and socio-cultural engagement.
- We REMAIN actively committed to creating a work environment where all employees feel valued and can contribute to the goals of our institution.
- We CULTIVATE diverse partnerships within our community in the pursuit of serving students holistically and through providing them with culturally responsive services.
- We STRIVE to meet the needs of historically marginalized communities, including racially
and ethnically diverse individuals, tribal communities, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, undocumented
individuals, first generation college students, communities of color, immigrant and
refugee communities, people with disabilities, and communities with primary languages
other than English.
Strategic Directions
³Û³Õ°ä’s 2021-2025 Strategic Plan integrates DEI efforts within ³Û³Õ°ä’s five strategic directions by establishing work groups charged with meeting the deliverables of House Bills and as well as YVC DEI efforts. Work groups include administrators, faculty, classified staff, and students. Work group representatives, Strategic Direction Co-Leads, and the YVC Administration meet quarterly to review progress on strategic initiatives and collaborate for improvements.
Work Groups
- DEI Student Learning Work Group
- Guided Pathways
Responsibilities
Identify DEI Student Learning Outcomes, how they will be integrated into the curriculum, and how they will be measured; provide DEI/antiracist training for all NEW degree-seeking students that is evaluated by participants and posted on the website; fully implement Guided Pathways
Effective Dates
By 2024-2025
Work Groups
- DEI Professional Development Work Group
Responsibilities
Provide DEI/antiracist training for all new faculty and staff and 80% of total personnel every 2 years that is evaluated, provided to SBCTC annually, and posted on the website; oversee professional development planning for campus events inclusive of DEI
Effective Dates
By 2022-2023
DEI Climate Assessment Work Group
Responsibilities
Conduct a DEI campus climate assessment every 5 years (at a minimum) with faculty, staff, and students and post findings on public website. Conduct annual DEI listening and feedback sessions with the campus community, pay students for participation and post findings on public website.
Effective Dates
By 2021-2022
DEI Policy Review Work Group
Responsibilities
Investigate and develop a lens through which YVC can review policies, procedures, and practices for equity
Effective Dates
By 2022-2023
Workforce Diversity Work Group
Responsibilities
Add 200 new full-time tenure track positions to the system with 10 allotted to YVC; investigate and recommend hiring and retention practices that are more likely to result in more diverse personnel
Effective Dates
By 2022-2024
DEI Student Engagement Work Group
Responsibilities
Establish a culturally appropriate student outreach program and culturally appropriate student-based peer mentoring program; spur development of opportunities for students to develop their voice into campus practices, create and sustain peer-to-peer networks, and develop and support affinity group participation.
Effective Dates
By 2025-2026
DEI Website Work Group
Responsibilities
Make DEI practices and data easily accessed on the college website.
Effective Dates
By 2021-2022
Work Groups
- Financial Literacy Work Group
Responsibilities
Assist potential students to understand opportunities available and navigate student aid by developing a financial literacy program with multiple opportunities for engagement across the degree plan and pathways.
Effective Dates
By 2025-2026
College Climate Reports
YVC conducts a variety of assessments to understand the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the learning and working environments on campus for students and employees.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Definitions
Learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion definitions related to ³Û³Õ°ä’s 2021-2025 mission and strategic plan.
Professional Development Frameworks
Â鶹ÊÓƵ offers a range of training and development opportunities for both students and staff.
Additional Resources
The following are additional local, state and national resources available to YVC students and employees:
See what legal protections are available to you in the state of Washington.
Since 2005 Â鶹ÊÓƵ has partnered with several local area organizations to host events and lectures through the annual Diversity Series. The events provide YVC the opportunity to bring diverse perspectives to everyday topics and push the boundaries of the term beyond race, gender, social class, and sexuality.
Read about new efforts at the college that are supporting success for all students, including innovations in instruction, professional development for faculty and staff, new programming to foster community and belonging, and more.
- "A place where everyone belongs" — YVC Voice magazine, Spring 2025
- "Partnership gears up interest in college" — YVC Voice magazine, Spring 2025
Questions? Contact Us.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
dei@yvcc.edu