Center for Access and Equity

Tikkun Olam ~ Repairing the World

MISSION:

It is the mission of the Center for Access and Equity to promote inclusion and pluralism.

MISSION GOALS

• To initiate, promote and support programming in the areas of:
  • inclusion
  • social justice
  • diversity
  • gender equity
  • pluralism
  • access
• To collaborate with like constituencies to develop, promote and support programs aligned with C4AE’s mission

All are welcome regardless of age, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, class, or country of origin. Contact C4AE at 732-255-0400, ext. 2026 for more information.

PHILOSOPHY:

The Center for Access & Equity (C4AE) works to give the voices of OTHERS an opportunity for expression and recognition. We work to develop an understanding of differences, bridge communication, and create space for coming together in celebration of likeness.

THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK, Adapted from: What is Pluralism? by Diana Eck

PLURALISM IS:

• ​​Energetic engagement with diversity: Opening up to experiences with others, with people who may appear different from yourself; being in relationships
• Active seeking of understanding across lines: Reaching across boundaries of difference; being curious, communicating with empathy
• Encountering commitments: Knowing yourself, being aware of your core values, beliefs, connection to self, and world view
• Based upon dialogue: Coming together in an experience of discovery.

PLURALISM IS NOT:

• Isolation or silence
• The facade of peace or just getting along
• Tolerance without knowing and appreciation
• Ignorance
• Blinding stereotypes
• Fear
• The Melting Pot; losing identity and self
• Needing to agree

© 2020-2021, by Diana Eck, The Pluralism Project at Harvard University, used with permission

Office Location and Hours

Grunin (Bldg. #11)  –  732.255.0400 ext. 2026

Monday & Friday:  8:00am – 4:30pm

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm