Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) Committee
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) Committee is focused on advocating for people from all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences for the enrichment of our Norco College community.
Objectives:
- To listen and respond to the concerns and needs of our community
- To advocate and facilitate respectful interactions with an appreciation for diversity and equity
- To build a culture of practices that promote inclusiveness, dialog, and harmony
- To inform the public of the adverse effects of discrimination and seek its elimination
- To celebrate the many dimensions and benefits of a multicultural environment
- To promote communication and advise the President on matters related to diversity and equity
- Assess the college’s diversity-related climate
- Develop and monitor college strategic plans for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
- Develop and coordinate activities to promote diversity and address college-specific issues or concerns.
Events & Zoom Backgrounds
Below you will find DEIA events and Zoom backgrounds in the month that the observance occurs.
2024-2025 Academic Year:
Disability Pride Month
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Hispanic Heritage Month
Sept. 15-Oct. 15
Chinese Moon Festival on Sept. 17th of year 2024
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LGBTQ+ History Month / Hispanic Heritage Month / Filipino American History Month
Sept. 15-Oct. 15
Oct. 1 Filipino American History Month Speaker CSS 217 12:50-1:50 pm
Oct. 3 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration 12-2pm
UNDOCU
Join us for a panel discussion featuring alumni who successfully transferred to four-year institutions. Hearing from alumni is critical, as their stories offer insight into the challenges and successes of navigating higher education as undocumented students. Their experiences will provide current students with inspiration, practical advice, and hope for their own educational journeys.
We will be screening The Guardian of the Monarchs, a documentary that tells the powerful story of the migration of monarch butterflies, drawing parallels between their journey and that of immigrants seeking safety and stability. After the screening, enjoy an interactive and immersive butterfly exhibit, followed by a free taco bar. This event promises to be both enlightening and fun, while underscoring the themes of migration and resilience.
We are thrilled to welcome guest speaker Bo Thai, an Undocu-entrepreneur, artist, storyteller, and educator from Thailand. Bo’s work, recently highlighted in VoyageLA, explores the intersections of identity, entrepreneurship, and resilience. His journey as an undocumented individual will resonate deeply with the themes of this week. Sponsored by the AANHPI committee, this event will celebrate Bo’s unique cultural background and explore the power of storytelling in fostering community and understanding. You can read more about Bo’s story here.
Thursday, 10/17 - Undocu-ALLY Training @ 12:50-3:50 PM, CSS 217 (RSVP is required)
This hands-on training, presented by UndocuScholarsLLC, will equip participants with strategies that can be implemented across campus to support undocumented and mixed-status students. A key focus will be on fostering inter-departmental collaboration, breaking down silos, and ensuring that all offices and departments are "UndocuReady Together." Let’s work together to create an inclusive and supportive campus for all. Certificate of Completion and Free Food for those in attendance.
LGBTQ+
October 8: International Lesbian Day – Celebrating and uplifting lesbian culture and visibility.
October 11: National Coming Out Day – Supporting individuals in their journey to live openly and authentically.
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Join us for an inspiring National Coming Out Day Event & Resource Fair! Hear real coming-out stories that celebrate authenticity, courage, and resilience. Whether you're just beginning your journey or have been living openly for years, you'll find valuable resources and support from our amazing community partners:
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Health Services (Norco College)
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Planned Parenthood
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Transgender Health and Wellness Center
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Inland Empire LGBTQ+ Center (TruEvolution)
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DAP Health
📅 Date: Oct. 9th
📍 Location: CSS 217
⏰ Time: 12:50 - 1:50 pm
This event is open to everyone—come as you are, learn, connect, and feel empowered. We can’t wait to see you there! *See attached Flyer*
October 15: National Latinx HIV/AIDS Awareness Day – Raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in the Latinx community.
October 19: National LGBT Center Awareness Day – Recognizing the essential services provided by LGBT centers.
October 18: International Pronouns Day – Encouraging respect and awareness around personal pronouns.
October 19: Spirit Day – Take a stand against bullying by wearing purple and showing support for LGBTQ youth.
Last week of October: Asexual Awareness Week – Highlighting the experiences and visibility of the asexual community.
October 26: Intersex Awareness Day – Advocating for intersex rights and recognition.
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Native American Heritage Month
Dia Los Muertos
Dia de la Raza
Veterans Day
TBD
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
TBD
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Martin Luther King Day
TBD
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Black History Month
Lunar New Year
TBD
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Women's History Month
Nowruz (Persian New Year)
TBD
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Arab American Heritage Month
TBD
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Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Jewish American Heritage Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
TBD
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PRIDE Month
Juneteenth
TBD
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Contact
Committee Members elected to plan DEIA events for Historical, Cultural, and Pride months. To get involved in the process please feel free to reach out to any of our committee members.
Greg Ferrer
Committee Members
- Brady Kerr (Co-Chair), Assistant Professor, Music Industry Studies
- Greg Ferrer (Co-Chair), Director, Disability Resource Center
- Claudia Figueroa, (Co-Chair), Classified Professional Representative
- Brittany Emis, Classified Professional Representative
- Christopher Lugo, Assistant Professor, Chemistry
- Dominique Voyer, Professor of Spanish & French
- Toren Wallace, Associate Faculty, Communications
- Jacob Drainville, Assistant Professor, Anatomy & Physiology
- Ruben Aguilar, Assistant Professor
- Hayley Ashby, Librarian
- Meghan Hawkes, Music Assistant
- Christopher Castillo, Classified Professional Representative
- David Payan, Associate Professor, Counseling
Meeting Schedules:
Meetings are held in-person (unless otherwise noted) from 12:50pm - 1:50pm
2024-2025:
- September 3, 2024
- October 1, 2024
- November 5, 2024
- December 3, 2024
- March 4, 2025
- April 1, 2025
- May 6, 2025
2023-2024:
- September 5, 2023
- October 3, 2023
- November 7, 2023 (in-person)
- December 5, 2023
- March 5, 2024
- April 2, 2024
- May 7, 2024
- June 4, 2024
Archived Meetings & Minutes
2022-2023
- June 6, 2023
Agenda | Minutes - May 2, 2023
Agenda | Minutes - April 4, 2023
Agenda | Minutes - March 7, 2023
Agenda | Minutes - December 6, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - November 1, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - October 4, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - September 6, 2022
Agenda | Minutes
2021-2022
- June 7, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - May 3, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - April 5, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - March 1, 2022
Agenda | Minutes - December 7, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - November 2, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - October 5, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - September 7, 2021
Agenda | Minutes
2020-2021
- June 1, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - May 4, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - April 6, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - March 2, 2021
Agenda | Minutes - December 1, 2020
Agenda | Minutes - November 3, 2020
Agenda | Minutes - October 6, 2020
Agenda | Minutes - September 1, 2020
Agenda | Minutes
2019-2020
- June 15, 2020 (Student Panel)
Agenda | Minutes - June 2, 2020
Agenda | Minutes - March 3, 2020
Agenda | Minutes - December 13, 2019 (Planning Retreat)
Agenda | Minutes - December 3, 2019
Agenda | Minutes - November 5, 2019
Agenda | Minutes - October 1, 2019
Agenda | Minutes - September 3, 2019
Agenda | Minutes
2018-2019
- October 5, 2018
Agenda | Minutes - October 26, 2018
Agenda | Minutes - November 16, 2018
Agenda | Minutes - February 22, 2019
Agenda | Minutes - March 22, 2019
Agenda | Minutes - April 26, 2019
Agenda | Minutes
2017-2018
- March 23, 2018
Agenda | Minutes - February 23, 2018
Agenda | Minutes - November 17, 2017
Agenda | Minutes - October 27, 2017
Agenda | Minutes - September 29, 2017
Agenda | Minutes
2016-2017
- November 18, 2017
Agenda | Minutes - October 28, 2016
Agenda | Minutes - September 23, 2016
Agenda | Minutes - September 2, 2016
Agenda | Minutes - August 11, 2016
Agenda | Minutes - June 3, 2016
Agenda | Minutes
2015-2016
- Leading From The Middle - Professional Development Plan for Norco College In Support of Guided Pathways
- Five Principles for Enacting Equity by Design, by Estela Mara Bensimon, Alicia C. Dowd and Keith Witham, Association of American Colleges and Universities, December 2016
- Discussion on changing the committee’s name to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA) Committee per the state Chancellor’s office
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