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Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.) Program

The Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.) is a three-level co-curricular program for students: a series of learning experiences that aim to facilitate students’ self-awareness, and identity development, understanding of diverse cultural experiences, and advocacy to reduce structural inequities.

Levels can be completed simultaneously, are counted towards career pathing and completing JEDI level 1 means that you have satisfied the requirement for LEVEL 1 of the Leadership certificate.

This student-paced program offers virtual badges after each level. 

  1. Level 1 focuses on developing awareness about diversity and inclusion pitfalls and best practices.
  2. Level 2 focuses on creating an in-depth understanding of different cultures and identities.
  3. Level 3 focuses on implementing knowledge to improve intercultural experiences on campus and community.

Want to know more about the program? Check out the video below, or sign up today!

Sign up for JEDI

Level 1: All 4

Level 1: All 4

Attend all four sessions to get full credit; make sure you check in using your digital ID for each of these learning opportunities.
  • Microaggressions - Sept 8, 5-6 p.m., Student Union Boardroom.
  • Implicit bias - Sept 22, 5-6 p.m., Student Union Boardroom.
  • Inclusive language - Oct 6, 5-6 p.m., Student Union Boardroom.
  •  Power, oppression and privilege - Oct 13, 5-6 p.m., Student Union Boardroom.

LEVEL 2: Any 8

LEVEL 2: Any 8

Attend any eight Diversity and Inclusion-related events. There are multiple opportunities to attend; click the links below to see what is available.

Level 3: Any 1

Level 3: Any 1

Apply for Opportunity

  1. Select experience for Opportunity type.
  2. Select JEDI for Experience type
  3. Select JEDI- Level 3 for Experience
  4. Select learning Opportunity from Drop down menu.
    • Safe zone training
    • Courageous conversations
    • Intercultural Development Inventory
    • Participate in Bearcat Breakdown
    • ODI internship
    • Assist multicultural org in an event
    • Member of Inclusion Committee
    • Other
For inquiries, email Dr. Jessie Peter — jpeter@nwmissouri.edu

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