Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Established in response to recommendations from UCOP’s 2020 Anti-Racism Task Force Report, ERGs are volunteer-led organizations grouped around specific demographic categories and interests. The EDI Department works with UCOP ERGs to support their efforts and development. All ERGs have an executive sponsors and receive an annual budget.
- Monthly ERG Meetings with Zoom URLs
- To learn about other events, see the Link calendar
- Encourage people to attend monthly ERG meetings
- You may use this form to express interest in one (or multiple) staff organizations. You can also contact individual staff organizations directly with questions or ideas.
Asian and Pacific Islander Staff Association Link
APISA promotes and enhances the well-being of its members and supports equitable access for all through active participation and representation at UCOP and the community at large. APISA sponsors activities that foster inclusivity, understanding and community building related to the Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander cultures.
Black Staff and Faculty Organization Link
UCOP- Black Staff and Faculty Organization (BSFO) is open to all UCOP employees, and strives to maintain a network of communication amongst UCOP BSFO members, specifically promoting an environment that supports the well-being, enrichment, and professional development of UCOP BSFO members.
Latinx Staff Association Link
LaSA promotes the general welfare and interests of Latinx employees in the Office of the President and supports the educational mission of the University, particularly as it relates to the Latinx community.
Native American, Indigenous and Pacific Islander Staff Association Link
The mission of the Native American, Indigenous and Pacific Islander Staff Association is to form a welcoming environment at UCOP for all staff, including those who identify as Native American, Indigenous and Pacific Islander, and their allies, and to provide meaningful opportunities for them to engage with the mission of the University of California.
Staff Assembly Link
The OP Staff Assembly supports UC's mission by encouraging communication between staff and the administration and other members of the university community on matters of interest to staff employees, in accordance with California laws and regental policy.
President's Advisory Committee on the Status of Women Link
PACSW examines issues regarding the status of women at UCOP and analyzes existing policies, procedures, and programs that affect those issues.
PRIDE Link
UCOP Pride is dedicated to providing advocacy, education, and community building for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, genderqueer, and non-binary community, and its allies, within UCOP and beyond.
Sustainability Link
The Sustainability Employee Resource Group (SERG) serves to create and promote a culture of sustainability at UCOP locations and focuses on UC Sustainable Practices Policy issue areas.
Veterans Among US Link
Veterans Among US (VAUS) is dedicated to serving and supporting not only our local and military communities but also the University of California and all its locations. All UCOP employees are welcome and encouraged to participate.