Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Under the direction of the Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, the Task Force will work to gain a shared understanding of MATC’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion needs, explore short-term and long term solutions and make recommendations to the President. The Task Force will examine all current DEI activities, initiatives, and efforts in order to create a DEI plan that will advance racial equity, address barriers to equity, and ensure equitable and inclusive practices, policies, procedures and programs. Task force DEI recommendations and DEI Plan will be supported by a newly created DEI Steering Committee.

Task Force Charter and Membership (link)

The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion supports several Employee Affinity Groups that are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion at MATC and in the community. As part of MATC’s Equity Strategic Priority, the primary function of affinity groups are to support the college’s equity and inclusion values by building community, promoting a sense of belonging, supporting student success, and assisting in the recruitment and retention of diverse talent. Each affinity group is connected to an executive sponsor that serves on MATC’s Cabinet or Council. Affinity groups are interest-based and identity-based employee groups inclusive of all who share and support their mission. They are officially chartered MATC organizations supported and sponsored by the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Employees are welcome to join affinity groups.

Current Affinity Groups

Asian Affinity Group (AAG)
Provide a safe place for employees and students representing all of the Pan Asian cultures to connect and support one another.

Black Excellence Leadership Alliance (BELA)
The Black Excellence Leadership Alliance (BELA) at Milwaukee Area Technical College exists to empower, support and advocate for Black and Pan-African employees. We strive to create an inclusive and equitable environment where all members can thrive professionally and personally. BELA is dedicated to fostering a sense of community, providing mentorship and leadership development opportunities, and promoting social justice and cultural awareness within the MATC community.

Community of Administrative Assistants (C.A.P)
Be a collective voice of exemplary support to the college by embracing differences, promoting career development, and empowering employees.

Interfaith
We encourage and sustain a college environment that welcomes and values different religious beliefs. We counter hate, fear and misunderstanding while fostering interfaith dialogue, learning, tolerance and friendship. Where appropriate we stand up for local issues through interfaith advocacy.

Pride Alliance
Serves as the cornerstone and resource for MATC’s LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and administration, as well as their allies. We provide a safe space for support, community, advocacy and belonging.

Parents Employee Affinity Group
MATC Parents is committed to supporting the unique needs of MATC employees who are parents as they strive to balance work, parenting, and personal growth. We strive to connect, build a sense of community, and share resources with one another throughout the various stages of parenthood.

Interested in joining an affinity group?
Sign up online (link)

*Affinity group membership will be kept confidential and known only to those with a business need.

M-cubed, Spring 2015

Minority Male Community College Collaborative, 2015

Higher Education Regional Alliance (HERA), 2018

EAB Moon Shot for Equity (Region), 2020

Achieving the Dream

Equity Transfer Initiative

Establishing Equity as a Strategic Priority, Fall 2020

Hiring a DEI Executive, March 2021

Board Retreat with Equity Agenda, Spring 2021

Document & Webpage Translation, Fall 2020

Juneteenth Paid Holiday

Moon Shot for Equity

Acheiving the Dream

Spanish Language Website 

Hispanic Serving Institution Initiative, 2019

Men of Color Initiative, Spring 2015

Promise for New High School Graduates, Fall 2016

Promise for Adults, Fall 2018

Second Chance Pell Grants for Incarcerated Students

Storm Ahead Summer Bridge Program

Uniquely Abled Academy for Autistic Learners, Fall 2020

Multiple Measures Placement /Elimination of High Stakes Testing

Affordable Housing Options - Milwaukee area, November 2020

Affordable Housing Options - Mequon area

DACA Scholarships for Undocumented Students, Fall 2020

DACA Plus Scholarships

Dreamkeepers (Emergency Grant) Funds

Food Pantry & Student Resource Center, 2016

Health Insurance/ Health Care

Open Educational Resources / Textbook Alternatives

ReStart Debt Forgiveness for Returning Students

Right Path Program, April 2016

Start Fresh Program, 2019

Scholarship Partnership with HPGM, Fall 2019

Wes Moore, Author - March 2013

Michelle Alexander, Author & Civil Rights Attorney - September 2014

Jimmy Santiago Baca, Chicano & Apache Poet - March 2015

Bryan Stevenson, Human Rights Attorney & Author - March 2016

Tavis Smiley, Television Host - April 2016

Daniel Karpowitz, Author and Higher Education in Prison Advocate - March 2018

Rob Johnstone, Equity and Guided Pathways expert - March 2019

Dr. Gina Garcia, HSI Expert - October 2019

Dr. Luke Wood, Dean's Distinguished Professor of Education at San Diego State University - July 2020

Dr. Ibram Kendi, Author and Antiracism Expert - March 2021

Diversity Dialogues in the Community, 2017

Avoiding Bias in the Interviewing Process Training, Spring 2020

New Faculty Training Modules on Supporting Culturally Responsive Teaching in Required Courses for FQAS

Unlearning Racism/ Implicit Bias (YWCA), March 2019

Noel Levitz Quality Student Service Training for Counselors and Advisors, September 2020

Conference Travel Grants eCornell University Diversity & Inclusion Certification, 2020

Cultural Competence Training (M.A.I.N. Event), October 2020

M-Cubed Annual ELA, Math and Science Faculty Workshop, Spring 2018

African American Network (employees)

Asian Student Association

Black Indigenous People of Color Allies

Black Student Union

Future Black Nurses Association

Gay Straight Alliance

Latinx Unidos

LUNA

Men of Color