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Diversity, Culture, & Inclusion

About Diversity, Culture & Inclusion at NOCCCD

Welcome to the Diversity, Culture, and Inclusion (DCI) resource hub for the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD). We believe that a diverse and inclusive educational environment is essential for fostering innovation, growth, and academic excellence. Our commitment to DEI is grounded in the belief that every member of our community deserves respect, representation, and the opportunity to succeed.

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Our Mission 
At NOCCCD, we are dedicated to creating a campus culture that embraces diversity in all its forms. We recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that each individual brings to our community. Our mission is to cultivate an inclusive and equitable environment that encourages dialogue, challenges biases, and celebrates the richness of our differences.  

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Why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matters
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than just buzzwords to us. They are the cornerstones of a thriving educational institution. By fostering a diverse community, we enrich the learning experience and prepare our students to thrive in an increasingly globalized world. Equity ensures that everyone has fair access to resources and opportunities, regardless of their background, and inclusion guarantees that all voices are heard and valued. This is aligned with Board Policy 7100: Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity

Equal Employment Opportunity Plan

The Equal Employment Opportunity Plan focuses on ensuring equal employment opportunities in recruitment and hiring, following Title 5 regulations and addressing underrepresentation of monitored groups. The District also aims to create a welcoming, diverse, and excellence-driven work environment.

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Events for Employees

In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

In collaboration with various employee groups throughout the District, the Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM) Planning and Programming Committee would like to invite all NOCCCD staff to partake in a month packed with exciting HHM events!

HHM Events Calendar Download the HHM Event flyer

Upcoming Events

All Events

Hispanic Serving Institution Kickoff Event

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  • Fullerton College
  • Cruz Reynoso Buildling

Know Your Rights Presentation

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  • Cypress College
  • CCPLX 419

Paletas with Puente

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  • Cypress College
  • the Puente Center
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Pluralism, Inclusion & Equity (P.I.E) Series

P.I.E. Series sessions and trainings are designed to increase our intercultural proficiency so we may provide effective teaching and support services for our diverse student body.

P.I.E. Series
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Faculty & Staff Associations

NOCCCD respects and values the cultural identities of our faculty and staff. We support them as they advocate for and celebrate their diversity.

NOCCCD FSAs

Faculty Opportunities

Classified Staff Opportunities

Classified Fellows

The Classified Fellows Program recruits and trains Classified employees interested in representing and supporting the District's goals of infusing diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism and accessibility (DEIAA) through a variety of means, including outreach and training. 

Related Plans, Policies & Procedures

The Equal Employment Opportunity Plan focuses on ensuring equal employment opportunities in recruitment and hiring, following Title 5 regulations and addressing underrepresentation of monitored groups. The District also aims to create a welcoming, diverse, and excellence-driven work environment.

The North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) is unwaveringly devoted to fostering Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism (DEIAA). Cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce that upholds equity is pivotal for creating a vibrant academic setting where both students and employees can flourish.

A listing of community resources committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism.

DCI Committees

Equal Employment Advisory Committee

The District has established an Equal Employment Opportunity Advisory Committee to assist the District in developing and implementing the District's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, help formulate and recommend activities to promote diversity, inclusion, and cultural competence District-wide.

Cypress College Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Antiracism and Accessibility Committee (DEIAA) serves as the principal advisor to the President of the College on issues of DEIAA. The purpose is to support and advance the institutional Core Values of Inclusiveness and Equity.

Fullerton College Diversity Advisory Committee

The mission of the Campus Advisory Committee is to work with the campus community to develop, recommend, and assess appropriate policies, programs and strategies to achieve a diverse, inclusive and just campus. The committee is responsible for making recommendations to the President’s Advisory Council on diversity issues that affect the experiences of all members of the Fullerton College community.

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