The four subcommittees of the Racial Equity Advisory Council (REAC) will make recommendations to the Council to review, approve, and forward to the Executive Leadership. The subcommittees will also draw on experts at Duke and outside to identify best practices upon which to base their recommendations.
These four subcommittees will work in collaboration and meet regularly to create a system where Duke’s racial equity work overlaps and fortifies the work in each area.
Using data to identify gaps in policy and practices, and informing educational and training opportunities that support equity at Duke.
Examining how Duke engages in racial equity work through the academic curriculum and instruction, as well as how to support units to improve climate through learning.
Working to increase transparency and engagement related to race and equity work on campus by increasing efforts to inform and involve each member of the community.
Examining the capacity and structural support for strategic initiatives and reviewing institutional policies and practices that address equity.