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The mission of the Culture and Connections Commission is to promote diverse, welcoming and just environments within the Association and its respective colleges through leadership and professional development for the greater good.
Welcome From the 2024 Culture and Connections Commission Chair
I am so excited to serve as your new C3 Commission Chair. I humbly seek your partnership. Together we can make a difference in the lives of those we touch. We are not a one size fit all organization, but we all fit well within the organization. We learn from each other and grow in different directions. We share our talents in hopes of gaining a better understanding of why we exist. AFC is a valuable resource that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. What I know for sure, wherever you are in the organization you are making a difference and being transformed in the process. Here is my plea: Join C3 and let’s continue to make a difference. If you are already an C3 member, let’s get to work! Best, WHO WE AREHistorically, the Culture and Connections Commission's purpose was to provide leadership, advice and counsel on EA/EO/Equity matters, to recommend equity legislative issues to AFC, and to provide a vehicle for professional development. We have expanded our scope by adding elements of general diversity and inclusion work that would be relevant to all AFC members, even if they do not serve their institution in an official equity role. True diversity involves EVERYONE. We are Stronger Together! WHAT WE DO
COMMISSION RESOURCES
2024 EXECUTIVE BOARDChair: Patricia McGee, Pasco-Hernando State College; email: [email protected]; Phone: 727-816-3169 Immediate Past Chair: Wanjiku Jackson, Northwest Florida State College, email: [email protected]; Phone: 850-729-5202 Co-Chair Website/Social Media: April Leake, Northwest Florida State College; email: [email protected]; Phone: 850-729-4903 Region I Representative: Sonja Quinn, Northwest Florida State College; email: [email protected] ; Phone 850-502-2895 ext. 6690 Region II Representative: Dr. Asha M. Brunings, Santa Fe College; email: [email protected]; Phone: 352-381-7144 Region IV Co-Representative: Luther Buie, Pasco-Hernando State College; email: [email protected]; Phone: 727-816-3192 Region IV Co-Representative: Adriana Bridger, Pasco-Hernando State College; email: [email protected]; Phone: 727-816-3367 Region V Representative: –Vacant ANNOUNCEMENTS
Historically, the Culture and Connections Commission's purpose was to provide leadership, advice and counsel on EA/EO/Equity matters, to recommend equity legislative issues to AFC, and to provide a vehicle for professional development. We have expanded our scope by adding elements of general diversity and inclusion work that would be relevant to all AFC members, even if they do not serve their institution in an official equity role. True diversity involves EVERYONE. We are Stronger Together! We are seeking the following positions:
Why should you volunteer to serve on a commission?
Please contact Patricia McGee, [email protected] if you are interested or know someone who would be a great addition to the C3 board. Check back here and on our Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/AFCEDI/) for updates. Thank you for your support! Commission ResourcesBYLAWSRecognizing the need to establish procedures and guidelines as they reflect the rights, responsibilities, and objectives of its membership, the Culture and Connections Commission hereby adopts these Bylaws and Standing Rules: Bylaws (Updated 2015)
NEWSLETTERThe Culture and Connections Commission Newsletter is published electronically twice a year. If you wish to be included in our mailing, please officially register with AFC as a member of the Culture and Connections Commission. C3 does not need to be your "primary" commission to receive our communications.AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONExemplary Practice Award Winners: 2022: Exemplary Practice Winner – Isabel Duque, Miami Dade College 2022: Best Practice: Award of Merit Winner – Ismelda Alvarez, Santa Fe College 2022: Shining Star Award Winner – Dr. Hanan Hanna, Pasco-Hernando State College 2018: Daniella Pierre, Miami Dade College - "Appreciative Interactions in Advising" 2016: Tabitha Parker and Isi Ogwude, Gulf Coast State College - "Diversity Lunch & Learn Series" SOCIAL MEDIA - GET CONNECTEDFollow us on Facebook via https://www.facebook.com/AFCEDI/ Tweet to us @AFC EDI See us on Instagram at afc_edi |
