Diversity and Inclusion, SPEC Kit 356

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128 Representative Documents: Diversity &Inclusion Committee Charges
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS LIBRARIES
KU Libraries: Diversity, Equity &Inclusion Committee
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LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
LSU Libraries Advisory Committee On Diversity
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LSU Libraries Advisory Committee On Diversity August 9, 2016
Charge
The LSU Libraries Advisory Committee on Diversity is appointed by the Dean of the Libraries, is
composed of library employees committed to the goals of diversity. Its main purposes are 1) to
foster a positive attitude toward diversity and inclusion within the LSU Libraries 2) to assist
search committees in the recruitment of a diverse pool of candidates for positions at the
Libraries and 3) to establish and maintain a welcoming and respectful environment for all
library employees and patrons.
The Chair of the Committee will represent the Libraries on the LSU Academic Affairs Office of
Diversity, Academic Diversity Representatives Committee. Attend quarterly meetings and
facilitate communication between the Libraries and the Office of Diversity regarding diversity
and inclusion issues. The Diversity Committee has an ongoing, active role in performing climate
assessment, contributing to strategic and other planning for the Libraries, and recommending
policies and programs on diversity and inclusion within the Libraries.
Membership Guidelines
In appointing members, a balance should be sought which reflects a broad representation of
the LSU Libraries faculty and staff.
• Members will be appointed by the Dean in consultation with the Diversity Committee
• Committee appointments will be made on the academic calendar
• Committee appointments will be for a minimum of two years (Members are welcome
to remain on the committee for longer if they desire.)
• Unexpired terms will be filled as needed
Procedures for Membership Selection: A call for volunteers will be made each summer. The
committee will review and make recommendations to the Dean to fill vacancies. New members
will join the committee as soon as they are appointed. Members who will be rotating off of the
committee will serve until August 15th to provide some transition and overlap.
Outreach &Collaboration
• In conjunction with appropriate Libraries' staff, plan public programming on diversity
and inclusion.
• Create opportunities for staff to learn about diversity-related issues and topics using a
cultural enrichment discussion series. Encourage exploration and tolerance of
individual differences and promote openness to learning from others.
• Offer programs that will address the Libraries’ services to individuals with disabilities.

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DUKE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council Charge
hoc groups within and beyond Duke University Libraries to promote diversity, equity,
inclusion and accessibility in our discussions, services, collections, staff, and spaces
(physical and virtual).
• Assessment: In conjunction with Library Human Resources, coordinate regular
workplace assessments and survey current research and scholarship to develop
recommendations for short-term and long-term benchmarks for approval by the
Executive Group. Monitor progress and report results and recommendations to the
Executive Group.
• Communication: Routinely communicate to the Duke University Libraries community
the Council's work and progress toward goals.
Membership
Members will serve on the Council for two years.1 The Council will have two Co-Chairs with
staggered terms.
The Executive Group, in collaboration with the Council,2 will review statements of interest from
the Libraries’ staff with the goal of appointing 6-8 members who bring deep, broad, and
complementary interest and experience. Student representation will also be considered.
The Director of Library Human Resources will serve ex officio on the Council to consult on best
practices and current research and to provide continuity as members rotate on and off the
Council.
Reporting
The Committee will report directly to the University Librarian.
1 The first year will have 3-4 staff serving three years, and 3-4 for two years to allow for staggered two year
appointments to the council.
2 Individuals who helped draft the charge but will not be seeking Council membership can help vet the initial group

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