Hofstra University

Office of Equity & Inclusion

The Main Objective

Mission

The Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) works to drive an equitable and inclusive culture for students, faculty, and staff. We aim to educate, advocate, engage, and empower the Hofstra community by cultivating partnerships and resources to create and sustain a diverse culture of belonging. Leveraging diversity across all spectrums is how we all achieve success.

Goals

 
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Identify and implement specific initiatives, resources, strategies, policies, and practices that promote an inclusive campus and community environment.
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To promote the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and ensure that they are embedded in the framework of the institution’s vision and mission.
 

Meet the Team

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Cornell Craig

Dr. Cornell L. Craig
Vice President for Equity and Inclusion
Pronouns: he/him

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Aisha Wilson-Carter

Aisha Wilson-Carter, Ed.D
Executive Director for Equity and Inclusion
Pronouns: she/her

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Beenish Saeed

Beenish Saeed
Office/Program Administrator
Pronouns: she/her

Contact the Office of Equity & Inclusion
Office Location: Axinn Library, Suite 240
Phone: 516-463-6857
Email: equity@hofstra.edu

Professional Development

Micro-Grants

Development by promoting and upholding the core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB).

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Certificate in Inclusive Leadership Program (CILP)

Provides evidence-based skills and practices that advance equity, inclusion, and belonging in school districts and organizations.

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Workshops and Training Sessions

These sessions are tailored to meet the needs of units, departments, committees, student organizations, and athletic teams. Workshop requests must be submitted at least 4 weeks in advance.

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EthicsPoint

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EthicsPoint

Hofstra University supports an environment characterized by open and honest communication, and it encourages members of the community to seek out the appropriate University personnel when they believe policies or standards have been violated.

EthicsPoint Online Reporting System

Get Involved

Resources

Hofstra University offers numerous opportunities to engage in meaningful conversations about equity and inclusion, to learn from others, and to get involved.

Ways to Engage