Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
BACM plays a pivotal
role in ensuring access to high-quality education for all students. To support
the goal of providing greater access and opportunities for students, BACM staff
members are committed to developing and strengthening the knowledge, capacity,
and skills necessary to understand and address how policies and practices
can support more equitable student outcomes. Further, leadership within BACM is
committed to cultivating the skills to foster a climate of trust throughout the
agency that is built on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
BACM DEI Committee
A BACM staff-based
committee that discusses and recommends policies and practices to promote a
more diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment at the agency.
Cultural
Proficiency Training
BACM is working with a
partner organization to provide training to all staff members to further
develop knowledge, skills, strategies, and resources to promote a more racially
equitable professional education system.
BACM School- and
District-Facing DEI Working Group
A BACM staff-based
group working to promote communication and collaboration around agency
initiatives and practices that are geared toward increasing educational equity
for traditionally underserved students.