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Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging

We are on Stolen Land

We invite you to join us in acknowledging the Lenape community, on whose land NYU makes it home. We at NYU Steinhardt acknowledge the contributions of all Indigenous people and their continuing struggle to dismantle the ongoing legacies of settler colonialism. To learn more about the Lenape peoples, please visit the Lenape Center’s websiteInstagram page, and Facebook page.

Mission

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging promotes a climate, culture, and commitment to intersectional identities, anti-racism, cultural proficiency, equity, social justice, and sense of belonging all while advancing strategic Steinhardt activities in partnership with communities throughout NYC and beyond.

Vision

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging provides leadership for, and oversight of, strategies to support a culture committed to promoting equity, advocacy, and social justice at NYU Steinhardt and beyond. The Office leans towards action rather than just education and spreading awareness. It is a vehicle for change – especially with the resources of Steinhardt and the leadership of the Vice Dean. Read the full statement.

Community Spotlight

Rapper/Actor Eve is NYU Steinhardt’s Scholar-in-Residence for 2024-25

The trailblazing rapper, actor, and philanthropist will host events centered around women in hip-hop.

Alum DJ Cuppy Creates Fund for Grad Students

The Cuppy Africa Steinhardt Scholars Fund will help Steinhardt graduate students thrive during their education.

NYU Justice and Belonging Hub’s Launch Event Brings Together Interdisciplinary Faculty to Advance Equity in Development, Education, and Society

On Thursday, March 9th, faculty and scholars across NYU Steinhardt came together to celebrate the launch of the Justice and Belonging in Development and Education Hub.

Equity and Belonging for NYU Steinhardt Students

Diversity and inclusion are part of our core values. We are stronger when our community includes a spectrum of identities, experiences, and perspectives.

Resources

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging has a wealth of resources for the Steinhardt community, including statements, Zoom images, and more.

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Initiatives

Mid-Career Faculty Leadership Program

With the support of the NYU Center for Faculty Advancement, the NYU Steinhardt Faculty Leadership Pipeline offers programming created in collaboration with Academic Impressions designed to cultivate leadership.

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First-Year Student Leadership Program

In 2023, NYU Steinhardt’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion launched the first year of the Empowering Your Inner Leader: First-Year Student Program on Leadership and Community Engagement.

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Diversity Innovation Grant

Information about the Diversity Innovation Grant competition for Steinhardt researchers. 

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Steinhardt Social Justice Study Away Program

Information about ODEB's annual Social Justice Study Away Program in Washington, D.C.

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Faculty First Look Scholar Program

Faculty First-Look provides professional development opportunities for current doctoral/terminal degree students who are preparing for faculty or related scholarly careers. Find out how you can get involved.

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Steinhardt Scholar-in-Residence

Information about NYU Steinhardt's Scholar-in-Residence.

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Diversity, Equity, and Belonging Team

Hua-Yu Sebastian Cherng 程華宇

Vice Dean for Research and Equity; Associate Professor of International Education

cherng@nyu.edu

Maria Williamson

Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Belonging

Emily Diaz

Graduate Student Assistant

ed2179@nyu.edu

Darinka Arones

Student Office Assistant

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