Diversity, Equity & Belonging
Find community, support, and programs that help you thrive at BCC.
BCC is home to a vibrant community of students, faculty, and staff from every background, identity, and experience. Whether you’re looking for a space to call your own, programs that reflect your culture, or ways to get involved and make an impact, you’ll find it here.
A safe, inclusive space offering community, programming, and support for LGBTQI+ students, faculty, and staff
Supporting the success and belonging of Black and Latino male students through mentorship and community
Cultural programs and community for Middle Eastern, North African, and Asian American students
Community, mentorship, and support connecting Latino students with faculty and staff
Signature Events & Experiences
Join events and programs that celebrate identity, build community, and connect you with others across campus.
Affinity Month Kickoffs
Celebrate cultural heritage months with campus-wide events, performances, and community gatherings.
Peer Mentoring Programs
Build connections and leadership skills through mentoring opportunities and student-led initiatives.
Feminist & Empowerment Programming
Engage in conversations, workshops, and events centered on gender equity and empowerment.
LGBTQI+ Identity-Affirming Events
Participate in inclusive programming that celebrates identity, visibility, and belonging.
Cross-Campus Collaborations
Take part in events and initiatives created in partnership with offices and student groups across BCC.
Get in Touch
Have questions or looking for support? Connect with our team—we’re here to help you find community and resources at BCC.
Office of Student Diversity Initiatives
Roscoe Brown Student Center
Jessenia Paoli
Interim Assistant Vice President, Student Success
Room 305
718-289-5692
LaVerne King
Programming Coordinator
Room 303
718-289-3230
Giselle Sanchez Huerta
Student Programming Coordinator
Room 103
718-289-5100 ext. 3336
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