Meena Malik, cultural strategist, joined us on April 8 2024 and spoke to the Unity
Alliance about workplace inclusion and ways to create a belonging framework.
Mission
Our goal is to be the "go-to" resource for faculty and staff who wish to engage in
activities related to community, career, care, and culture of AAPIC. AAPIC is not
only open to all faculty and staff who identify as Asian, Asian American or Pacific
Islander, but colleagues are also welcome! Our Employee Resource Group will work to
provide equal access and opportunities for all employees by aiming to strengthen dialogue
and address issues facing our communities.
The AAPI Employee and Colleague Resource Group is dedicated to making the U of A the
best place for all faculty, staff and students including Asians, Asian Americans and
Pacific Islanders to fulfill their career aspirations while maintaining their cultural
identity. We provide support for university employees to accomplish the mission of
teaching, research and service through strengthening diversity, fostering community
and improving retention of all students, faculty and staff including Asian and Pacific
Islander employees. AAPIC aims to develop leaders to educate, engage and support the
university and its strategic initiatives. We plan to provide social networking, professional
development and cultural events in the upcoming year.