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The Frameworks that Guide Us

"Learning is a process where knowledge is presented to us, then shaped through understanding, discussion, and reflection." -Paulo Freire

The Black Thriving Initiative is centered on the following principles:

  • Racial human hierarchy is a persistent societal belief that has caused immeasurable human suffering. This belief must be eliminated.
  • High expectations, financial and personal investment, and accountability must be in place and prioritized.
  • Curricular and co-curricular mapping and integration must be considered to avoid duplication, identify gaps in service, and ensure procedural efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Ongoing equity, diversity, and inclusion growth and development opportunities must be provided to students, staff, and faculty.

We are fully committed to:

  • Addressing the systemic conditions that create injustice
  • Advancing racial justice, racial healing, and pro-Blackness
  • Holding ourselves and others accountable
  • Considering ideas that previously seemed impossible and taking risks
  • Ensuring Cal Poly Pomona is a place where Black students, staff, and faculty can thrive

Four Agreements of Courageous Conversations