Welcome!  Please email cbfaexec@odu.edu for more information about The Black Collective Employee Resource Group at Old Dominion University.


 

Mission

The Black Collective (TBC) fosters a culture of belonging, connection, and support among Black faculty, staff, administrators, and allies at Old Dominion University. TBC works to strengthen our community through advocacy, networking, resource sharing, and mentorship opportunities.

Vision

The Black Collective advances a thriving and inclusive community at Old Dominion University by promoting representation, advocacy, mentorship, and equitable access to opportunities while centering the experiences and contributions of Black employees.

Values

COLLABORATION | ENGAGEMENT | EQUITY | EXCELLENCE | INCLUSION

Objectives

鈼 Expand the visibility of the organization and offer organizational involvement opportunities
鈼 Build strong partnerships by connecting with campus partners and university officials
鈼 Foster an inclusive environment that cultivates a sense of belonging, community, and connection for members and allies
鈼 Advocate for the needs of members and allies as described within the organizational mission, vision, values, and objectives
鈼 Share opportunities for engagement in leadership and organizational committees
鈼 Position the organization for continued growth while honoring its legacy and history 1

Committee Goals

THE MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE shall assist with opportunities to attract new membership. GOALS: Identify and create opportunities to attract new membership, for fellowship and networking among members, as well as to recognize members' accomplishments and milestones.

THE RECRUITMENT & RETENTION COMMITTEE shall identify the issues and processes related to the recruitment hiring, promotion and tenure of Black faculty and administrators. GOALS: Assist and provide recommendations to the Director of Faculty Diversity, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Human Resources, and related organizations with networking strategies for identifying Black faculty and administrative candidates; create opportunities and provide resources to better support Black administrators, faculty and staff; increase CBFA's visibility and foster positive relationships within the Black community and greater Monarch community.

THE SALARY EQUITY COMMITTEE shall be to conduct surveys and analyses in cooperation with the other campus groups (e.g. Employee Resource Groups) and offices (e.g. Institutional Equity and Diversity) to assess whether Black employees are receiving equitable pay. GOALS: Continue to inform all Black faculty and administrators who have concerns about salary inequity and to recommend changes to policies and procedures pertaining to salary setting.

THE SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE shall identify scholarship opportunities and be responsible for the scholarship program of this Coalition and all related activities. GOALS: Annually recognize an extraordinary Black 黑料正能量 scholar and reward the student with a scholarship.

THE ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE shall survey perceptions, recommend action and partner with University constituents to address cultural climate concerns impacting Black students, staff and faculty. It shall also help the Coalition to determine how the university is viewed by the Black community by meeting with leaders and/or conducting informal surveys. GOALS: To provide information on University events, programming, and opportunities in support of all Black faculty, staff, and students; to encourage the academic and personal successes of all Black students through mentorship, collaborations, and support initiatives.

The Black Collective