Chief Diversity Officers in Higher Education Today: Narratives of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The edited volume explores the transformative journeys of diversity practitioners who became Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs) in higher education, highlighting the challenges and successes of their work in a hostile society. It offers insights into educational priorities, building bridges across differences, and reflection questions for CDOs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 05 August 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Diversity practitioners in the field of higher education share their transformative journeys in this edited volume, highlighting the challenges and successes of becoming Chief Diversity Officers (CDOs) in a society that is becoming increasingly hostile to their efforts. The narratives unpack various pathways for DEI practitioners to practice their craft, step into the CDO role, and maintain a sense of self and wholeness while doing so. The book offers wisdom and practical insights to help CDOs focus on educational priorities that champion access and affordability, equity and social mobility, belonging, and the promise of education, while building bridges across differences. Chapters conclude with key insights and guiding questions for reflection.

This book is written for practitioners at all levels of higher education, but especially aspiring diversity, equity, and inclusion leaders. It is also an important resource for current CDOs in their efforts to support institutions seeking to fulfill their educational mission and strengthen the enrichment of undergraduate, graduate, and professional level scholars.

Weight: 336g
Dimension: 228 x 152 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032717678