Office of Equity, Belonging, and Community Action

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 website, Instagram page, and Facebook page.

“I’ve come upon something that disturbs me deeply. We have fought hard and long for integration, as I believe we should have, and I know we will win, but I have come to believe that we are integrating into a burning house.”

Upon hearing this statement Harry Belafonte asked, “What should we do?”

“Become the firemen,” Dr. King responded. “Let us not stand by and let the house burn.”

Mission

The Office of Equity, Belonging, and Community Action 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 Equity, Belonging, and Community Action 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.

Events and Opportunities

Our programming includes lectures, trainings, workshops, and chances for our community to get involved.

Values

Belongingness

Intersectional Racial Justice

Restorative Practice & Loving Accountability

Community Power & Participatory Decision-Making

Critical Care & Healing Justice

Advocacy

Critical Compassion

Social Innovation

Cooperative Economics & Community Cultural Wealth

Initiatives

The Ruth Bader Ginsburg Womxn and Work Task Force

Explore our initiative for womxn and gender-expansive people who work and learn at NYU Steinhardt

The Council for Action and Advocacy United for Social Justice and Equity (CAUSE)

Meet the council advising the Vice Dean of Equity, Belonging, and Community Action on equity matters at the School.

Equity in Student Recruitment and Retention Task Force

Learn about the Steinhardt community members who seek to advance equity and belonging in student recruitment and retention.

Faculty First Look Scholar Program

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

Resources

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