At Bentley our vision is to achieve inclusive excellence by creating a diverse and equitable community that allows everyone, irrespective of their identity, to thrive in their learning and development. In support of that commitment, the university has developed goals and programs to transform the culture of Bentley into one that fully embraces and celebrates our differences. Drawing from the work of the Racial Justice Task Force, Bentley has launched several projects designed to build equitable foundations at Bentley, including launching the new Inclusive Excellence Council and completing the first Bentley Equity Experience study. Below you will find brief overviews of and links to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice initiatives at Bentley.
Social Justice Initiatives
Social Justice at Bentley
To achieve Bentley's vision of leading systemic change for diversity, equity, inclusive and justice, we are taking intentional actions to embed these practices into Bentley's policies, practices and culture. Learn more about Bentley's current advancements in DEI practice on campus.
Bentley Equity Experience
The Bentley Equity Experience study launched in the Fall 2021 semester with the goal of understanding Bentley community members' experiences with the living, learning, and working environment at the University.
The Path Forward
The Racial Justice Task Force was created in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests stemming from the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. The Task Force concluded its work in Spring 2021 and release a discovery document outlining barriers to success and strategic investments for the university. For updates and investments, click below.
Divisional Initiatives for Racial Justice
Led by members of the President's Cabinet, each division is working to enact strategic initiatives to overturn policies, practices and structures that enable systemic racism on our campus.