Yale University Library Research Guides: Advisory Committee for Library Staff Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Community Resource Guide: Home

Welcome!

Welcome to the Yale Library Staff Diversity and Inclusion Commuity Resource Guide!

Our hope is to provide resources to make Yale a place that truly goes that extra step in making information readily accessible sending you on a journey of self-discovery that makes us all better citizens and colleagues.

We hope that everyone will take the time to explore new concepts and resources available to staff at Yale. This is the first step toward deepening relationships between colleagues with similar or different lived experiences.

This page was compiled by Advisory Committee on Library Staff Diversity and Inclusion. Our members represent a variety of diverse backgrounds, but we certainly do not embody all identities. While we have done our best to include all perspectives, we recognize there may still be implicit bias. We welcome suggestions on how we can make improvements to this guide. For recommendations on additional resources, questions, or concerns, contact Courtney Hadley (courtney.hadley@yale.edu)

Land Acknowledgement

"Yale University acknowledges that indigenous peoples and nations, including Mohegan, Mashantucket Pequot, Eastern Pequot, Schaghticoke,Golden Hill Paugussett, Niantic, and the Quinnipiac and other Algonquian speaking peoples, have stewarded through generations the lands and waterways of what is now the state of Connecticut. We honor and respect the enduring relationship that exists between these peoples and nations and this land."

For more information about the land acknowledgement, please look here: https://secretary.yale.edu/services-resources/land-acknowledgment-statements

Current Committee Members (FY 24-25)

Hadley, Courtney, Co-Chair (until Dec. 2024)
Smith, Dawn, Co-Chair

Bailey, Mark
Becker, Jessica
Coleman, Cristal
Guérin , Sandrine
Jazowick, Irene
Khalyat, Jessenia
Kim, Allison
O'Brein, Grace
Olivares, Miriam
Rec, Agnieszka
Wagner, Michael
Wantsala, Nick

Cioffi, Bernadette, ex officio, ongoing
Stanley-McAulay, Deborah, ex officio, ongoing

Nelson, Risë Co-sponsor
Rockenbach, Barbara, Co-sponsor

Recognition

This guide was made possible by contributions from current and former members of the Advisory Committee for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Stephanie Bredbenner
Courtney Brombosz
Daniel Duncan
Kenya Flash
Jeremy Garritano
Werner Haun
Jeanne Lowrey
Scott Matheson
Adiba Nabiz
Anne Rhodes
Shawana Snell
Dawn Smith
Sarah Tudesco

This guide is dedicated to Kenya Siana Flash. She made a profound impact on our work, our lives, and our hearts. Without Kenya, the Advisory Committee wouldn't be what it is today. Kenya will forever be a part of our work.

Who we are

Who are we?

The Advisory Committee for Library Staff Diversity and Inclusion comprises library staff members from all across YUL and two ex-officio members from human resources and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion. Members serve a two-year term and meet monthly.

What do we do?

The Advisory Committee for Library Staff Diversity and Inclusion is charged with informing and advising on diversity and inclusion in YUL. Particular areas of emphasis are creating a climate/culture of mutual respect and the recruitment and retention of a diverse staff. This committee is advisory in nature—members are not expected to conduct events. The committee researches and compiles recommendations for additional consideration by the co-sponsors and Library Executive Committee (LEC).

What is the reporting structure of the committee?

The committee reports directly to Risë Nelson and Barbara Rockenbach, the committee co-sponsors.

What happens with a recommendation?

The committee sends recommendations to the co-sponsors as needed. Recommendations are presented to LEC for consideration by the co-sponsors.

Ideas?

Do you have an idea for training, recruitment, or an event that supports the mission of this committee? If so, please email the co-chairs

Resources

Documents

Vision Statement 2021

Recruitment and Retention Action Plan (Sharepoint Document)

Workplace Resolution Document Provides information on who to contact if there is an issue within your department

Links

YUL Community

Campus resources:

Mutual Respect in the Workplace An interactive workshop designed to address the issue of respect in the workplace. The objective of this workshop is to empower work teams to address and deal with disrespectful workplace behavior with a goal of building and sustaining a healthy, respectful, and productive work environment. Participants will explore a model for building mutual respect in the workplace and have an opportunity to examine ways to move past disrespectful interactions.
Trauma Resource Institute

Committee Vision and Members

Our Vision

The Advisory Committee for Library Staff Diversity and Inclusion aims to create and sustain a just and supportive workplace. To that extent, we will work with library administration to:

Identify and recommend potential solutions for issues that affect the most vulnerable within our midst (through assessment, trainings, and recommendations
Support the creation and maintenance of a safe and enriching workplace (through assessment, recommendations, trainings, meetings with stakeholders)
Foster opportunities for continued learning and growth in areas of diversity, inclusion, and belonging (trainings)

The safe and just environment where we want to exist is one that allows:

Reporting without fear of retaliation
Vulnerable members the ability to self-retain and self-advocate
Employees the best avenues for success
Support mechanisms such as allies and affinity groups to thrive
For equity and flexibility across the library system

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