To promote equal opportunities for all students and scholars.

To enhance the quality and rigor of research and scholarship.

To create a more welcoming and inclusive campus environment.

To increase the number of underrepresented groups in higher education.

It brings together diverse perspectives and experiences, leading to more comprehensive and nuanced research findings.

It promotes critical thinking and problem-solving skills by exposing scholars to different viewpoints and approaches.

It enhances the creativity and innovation of research teams by fostering a more inclusive and collaborative environment.

All of the above.

Institutional barriers, such as lack of funding and support for diversity initiatives.

Cultural and societal biases that perpetuate stereotypes and discrimination.

Unconscious bias among faculty and staff, which can lead to unfair treatment of underrepresented groups.

All of the above.

Providing funding and support for diversity initiatives, such as scholarships, fellowships, and grants.

Implementing policies and procedures that promote equal opportunities and prevent discrimination.

Conducting diversity and inclusion training for faculty, staff, and students.

Creating a more inclusive and welcoming campus climate that values diversity and respects differences.

It can challenge stereotypes and biases, leading to a more just and equitable society.

It can inform policy and practice, helping to address social problems and promote social progress.

It can raise awareness about social issues and encourage people to take action to create positive change.

All of the above.