Goals & Action Plans

• To develop and promote a climate and culture in the district that ALL employees are treated with inclusion and equity.

• To assist the district with the recruitment, retention and promotion to increase the presence of diverse faculty and staff.

• To advocate for policy change.

• To support staff to be culturally aware, competent, and relevant.

• To build bridges to students, families, and local communities.

• To empower its membership.

Recruitment

• Assist HR with job fairs

• Assist administrators to establish and identify EOC that can participate in hiring committees

Retention

• The EOC Affinity Group provides support for EOC (e.g. networking, resources, etc.)

• The EOC Affinity Group collaborates with HR, administrators, and LEA to provide ways to foster healthy working relationships for employees of color in the district.

Promotion

• Support the district to recruit and retain EOC by working closely with HR, administrators, and LEF.

• Provide support and resources to foster healthy relationships with EOC and allies.

Events/Activities

• Networking and social events to build relationships with EOC and/or allies

• Lexington Learns Together Networking Luncheons and sessions

• Book Clubs

• Organize celebrations for different cultures

• Panel Discussions