Harvard University Latest COVID Information Search Menu We all belong here Together, we strive to create an environment that values diversity, promotes an inclusive culture, and establishes a profound sense of belonging for each member of our community. 2020-21 Community Update Explore how far we've come and what's next in our journey toward inclusive excellence. Read the update Harvard must address diversity, inclusion, and belonging as an institution. We have made necessary and important progress, but there is much to be done if we hope to address the many dimensions of racism—and the effects they have on our community and our society.” Lawrence S. Bacow, President of Harvard University Where one begins does not determine where one ends. If you are here, you belong here." Sherri Ann Charleston, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer One of the nation’s leading experts in diversity and higher education, Sherri leads Harvard’s Office for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging as the University’s chief diversity and inclusion officer. Learn more about Sherri “Diversity and inclusion are essential values embedded in the recruitment, development, and engagement of our employees who enable the University’s teaching and research work.” Katie Lapp Executive vice president “Our diversity has enriched every facet of the work that we do at Harvard, and will continue to strengthen our community in the years to come.” Alan M. Garber Provost and chief academic officer The Office for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging The Office for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging works with stakeholders and partners across the University to guide Harvard’s culture toward inclusive excellence. Learn more about the office Subscribe for the latest news and events Progress in action Explore the ways that we’re turning goals and ideas into actions and results. Resources and support Find out where we can help Community events Join the conversation Innovating inclusion Explore the Culture Lab Our focus on racial equity Unequal: a series on race and inequality across the United States Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery Inequality in America Initiative The latest news Explore the Harvard Gazette’s ongoing coverage of diversity and inclusion, on and off campus. Grants awarded for diversity, equity, and inclusion projects New 24/7 mental-health hotline for Harvard students opens Sherri Charleston on 1st-year as diversity and inclusion chief Sherri Charleston outlines new five-year strategic model for Office for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Trending stories New book confronts racism to renew America’s promise Teens following parents into racial divide, study finds ‘Dear White Women’ podcast founders write antiracism guide Diversifying our case protagonists How is Harvard Business School doing a year later? Read more from the Business School Happening around Harvard Find more events around diversity and inclusion Until I Am Free: Fannie Lou Hamer's Enduring Message to America with Dr. Keisha N. Blain November 30, 2021 4:00pm – 5:00pm EST Online Only Until I Am Free: Fannie Lou Hamer's Enduring Message to America with Dr. Keisha N. Blain Affinity Spaces December 02, 2021 1:00pm – 2:00pm EST Online Only Affinity Spaces Soul City: Race, Equality, and the Lost Dream of American Utopia December 03, 2021 1:00pm – 2:30pm EST Online Only Soul City: Race, Equality, and the Lost Dream of American Utopia Security & Brand Report Copyright Infringement Report Security Issue Trademark Notice Website Accessibility Digital Accessibility Privacy Statement Get In Touch Contact Harvard Maps & Directions Jobs © 2021 The President and Fellows of Harvard College Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube 0:00 0:00