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The Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Coalition is a group of volunteer learners, staff, faculty, AANHPI organizations and departments within UCSF that aim to help address equity and inclusion for AANHPI-identifying UCSF members and to promote health equity for AANHPI-identifying patients at UCSF.

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The AAAC's mission is to promote and implement age-inclusive and age-friendly practices across all of UCSF's communities.

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Artisan Guild by the Bay (formerly the Laurel Heights Artisan Guild) celebrates, supports and promotes handmade crafts and artwork made for and by members of the UCSF community. Our aim is to foster community across the campus and to create a safe space to express our unique talents and creativity. We hold semi-annual craft fairs at the Mission Bay campus which are open to the public and vended by members of the guild.

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The Asian Pacific American Systemwide Alliance (APASA) at UCSF was formed in 1988 to address issues impacting the Asian Pacific community and continues to promote professional and social relations within UCSF, as well as the rich and diverse cultural heritage of all Asian communities. In past years, APASA organized various cultural events including entertainment, speakers and workshops to celebrate, embrace and progress our Asian community at UCSF. APASA works closely with other UCSF minority organizations to address issues of equality, fair labor practices and diversity at UCSF.

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Association of Chinese Students and Scholars at University of California San Francisco(ACSS at UCSF ) was founded in 1992. It's a non-profit, non-political and non-religious organization. The members of ACSS are primarily students and scholars of UCSF of Chinese origin. But any UCSF personnel who are interested in Chinese culture, opportunity in China, or interaction with Chinese community at UCSF are welcome to join. The main purpose of ACSS is to organize professional, social and cultural events to promote interactions among our members and increase the exposure and involvement of the Chinese community within the entire UCSF family.

We cherish the continued support from all of our members and the UCSF family. We look forward to sustained community service to our members and the UCSF family.

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We are bicycle commuters and cyclists. Promoting active travel for everyday transportation.

Advocating for campus resources, safer streets, and bicycle security.
Creating fun volunteer opportunities, unique social events, and promoting bay-area bike-related gatherings of interest.

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The Black Caucus is a forum open to all Black identified individuals and allies on this campus.

Here they may openly express themselves regarding matters of race as they
affect life on the campus and in the community. The Black Caucus will serve
as an instrument for the formation of a Black consensus on those racial
matters that affect every person on this campus. This consensus will then be
presented to the Administration for appropriate action.

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Our mission is to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace environment to help with areas of growth professionally, workplace support, understanding black health and more. Through open dialogue and analysis, we continue to develop recommendations for HR leadership to dismantle structural racism within the organization. This includes advocating for policies and practices that actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.



We are committed to supporting each other in finding our voices and being our authentic selves in the workplace by fostering a supportive community within the Black in HR group. We do this in our monthly meetings. We empower each other to navigate challenges, express our perspectives, and contribute to positive change. Together, we strive to create a workplace where black professionals feel valued, respected, and able to succeed without facing systemic barriers. The BIHR group brings value to supporting black professionals.

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The weekly Friday evening meeting from 5:30 to 9:00 pm is a fellowship for Chinese students, scholars, and their families living around the UCSF campus. The purpose of CEF is to share the Gospel and provide both social and spiritual support, especially for newcomers as they strive to succeed in their academic and research pursuits at UCSF while adjusting to life in a new country and community. The meeting typically includes fellowship, Bible study, guest speaker presentations, video screenings, and interactive Q&A sessions. In addition to these weekly gatherings, CEF also organizes regular social activities and events to enrich the lives of its members.

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The Chicanx Latinx Campus Association seeks to bring together the Chicanx/Latinx community at UCSF with the purpose of:

1- Increasing the representation of faculty and staff in various roles including positions of leadership
2- Increasing the numbers of tenure ranked faculty across the five different schools at UCSF
3- Increasing the numbers of Chicanx/Latinx students and trainees at UCSF coming from the SF Bay area and the state of California
4- Providing professional development opportunities for Chicanx/Latinx staff to help them learn new skills that would help them get higher paying jobs/leadership roles.
5- Addressing and give voice to issues affecting the climate, health and livelihood of the Chicano/Latino community at UCSF
6- Recognizing the contributions and efforts of the Chicano/Latino community at UCSF

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The Chicanx Latinx Campus Association seeks to bring together the Chicanx/Latinx community at UCSF with the purpose of:



1- Increasing the representation of faculty and staff in various roles including positions of leadership

2- Increasing the numbers of tenure ranked faculty across the five different schools at UCSF

3- Increasing the numbers of Chicanx/Latinx students and trainees at UCSF coming from the SF Bay area and the state of California

4- Providing professional development opportunities for Chicanx/Latinx staff to help them learn new skills that would help them get higher paying jobs/leadership roles.

5- Addressing and give voice to issues affecting the climate, health and livelihood of the Chicano/Latino community at UCSF

6- Recognizing the contributions and efforts of the Chicano/Latino community at UCSF

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The CLS Game of Tiles, promotes cultural appreciation, lifelong learning, and community building through the game of Mah Jong. We provide opportunities for members to learn and play while fostering networking, collaboration, and meaningful connections across diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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The Committee on Disability Inclusion at UCSF works to identify and address barriers impacting people with disabilities across the UCSF community. CDI serves as a coordinating and advisory body that evaluates institutional policies, programs, and procedures, and recommends improvements to enhance physical, digital, and programmatic access. Through collaboration with campus partners, CDI seeks to promote inclusion and ensure that people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of campus life.

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The UCSF Committee on the Status of Women is a multidisciplinary group of people; including faculty, staff, post-doctoral scholars, graduate students, residents and students; who are interested in advocating for, building awareness of and advising on women’s issues at UCSF. All advocates and allies are welcome to participate.

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- Examine the issues regarding the status of women on this campus (excluding those involving wages, hours or working conditions)
- Analyze existing policies, procedures, and/or programs to ensure there is no preference or prejudice based on race or gender
- Serve as a coordinating body for any group or individuals concerned with the status of women at UCSF
- Recommend to the Vice Chancellor of Diversity and Outreach changes that will continue to afford equal and fair access to campus programs and activities for all

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The Executive Leadership Support Network is a volunteer organization for UCSF Campus and Health Administration staff that support UCSF leadership at any capacity. This includes executive assistants, administrative officers, office managers, administrative analysts, etc.

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If you're interested in joining ELSN, please go to our website to sign-up:
https://leadershipsupport.ucsf.edu/

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FSJP at UCSF is an affinity group for staff at UCSF who want to work for peace, health justice, health equality, human rights, and equal rights in Palestine.

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Healthcare Workers for Abolition is an organization of abolitionist healthcare workers (HCWs) and trainees struggling to end policing and carcerality in healthcare and in our communities at large.
We were previously known as DPH Must Divest.

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· Mission: To advance health equity by supporting, coordinating, and leading institutional efforts that reduce barriers to access and promote fair and high-quality education, discovery, and patient- and family-centered care across UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals.

· Vision: To support a health system where access, experience, and outcomes are equitable across populations, and where policies, practices, and systems are continuously improved to better serve all communities.

· Values: We commit to equity, inclusion, respect, transparency, and shared responsibility. We value the voices and experiences of patients, families, staff, and community partners, and approach our work with integrity, collaboration, and a focus on improvement.

· Commitment: The Council commits to ongoing evaluation of policies, practices, and outcomes and to working collaboratively with leadership and frontline teams to advance equitable access, high-quality care, and a supportive environment for all.

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We are committed to dismantling discrimination and the impact of bias; to advance equity in our community by bridging gaps and building communities.

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Japanese SF Bay Area Seminar hosts seminars in the life and medical sciences and provides a variety of events for students, postdoctoral fellows, staff, and faculty members. Through these activities, we facilitate the exchange of scientific knowledge and information to support research and career development. As many of our members come from Japan, we also provide support to help them adapt to life in the United States.

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Jewish Voice for Peace's mission is to organize Jewish people and allies in the U.S. to work in solidarity in the struggle for Palestinian freedom. As the staff and faculty chapter of JVP at UCSF, we will partner with the student chapter of JVP at UCSF, JVP-Bay Area, and JVP National as well as our sibling organization FSJP at UCSF to engage in outreach and education for Jewish and non-Jewish members of the UCSF community alike. We will host Jewish ritual events, such as Shabbat dinners, and sponsor discussions where we can engage in dialogue and form coalitions in support of Palestinians. JVP is a grassroots, multiracial, cross-class, intergenerational movement of U.S. Jews and allies in solidarity with Palestinians, guided by a vision of justice, equality, and dignity for all people.

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Our mission is to communicate with other colleagues researching a wide range of biological sciences and engineering at UCSF and even in the Bay area. Also, we aim to construct networks and infrastructures which enable the active exchange of information and knowledge not limited to academia but also in industry.

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The Lab Resource Group, with the leadership team being the Lab Manager's Steering Committee, is made up of lab managers and representatives from various campus organizations including EH&S, ITS, Supply Chain Management, UCSF Logistics, HR, UCPD, and Facilities Management. We meet once every two months to discuss topics that impact researchers on campus. It is part of our mission to ensure the research community has a voice in the development and implementation of policies, operations, and regulations pertaining to laboratory research.

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Learning Technology @ UCSF is an open community of practice for staff, faculty, students, and trainees who are interested in using technology to advance education. Open to all members of the UCSF community, the organization creates opportunities to connect, learn from one another, and explore how technology can enhance teaching, learning, collaboration, and the learner experience. As a community of practice, Learning Technology @ UCSF brings together people with shared interests to exchange ideas, discuss emerging technologies, and share practical strategies and real-world experiences. Through presentations, demonstrations, discussion groups, and networking opportunities, members explore innovative approaches, build meaningful connections, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and shared innovation that supports teaching and learning across UCSF.

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The BCH Oakland LGBTQ+ group was created by a multidisciplinary task force to shine light on issues facing our patients, families, and staff. We seek to influence policies, electronic health records, community outreach, and offer solutions to unique problems. Supporting and lifting each other up is our goal with inclusion being a top priority.

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In alignment with UCSF’s collective commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles, the Muslim Faculty Staff Association (MFSA) is committed to raising awareness, providing support, and acting as a strategic partner to promote a culture of inclusivity across the full spectrum of the Muslim identity. We are devoted to fostering awareness, professional and personal growth, contributing significantly to the cultural richness, and overall well-being of our members and the broader UCSF community.

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Established in 1986, the Native American Health Alliance (NAHA) is a staff RCO composed of UCSF staff, faculty, trainees and students of Native descent (and allies) who are working together to advance representation of Native Americans on campus. NAHA also promotes cultural understanding and an awareness of the health disparities affecting Native American/Alaskan Native peoples through educational programs and campus events.

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To facilitate scholarly exchange of ideas and dialogues on the topics of Science and Consciousness. To invite experts in related fields (UCSF and non-UCSF) to make presentations and to hold seminars and conferences.

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We are an inclusive, welcoming environment for all faculty, staff, and trainees supporting Jews and Israelis. We support related programming and events focused on religion, history, and culture of the Jewish people. We are not a home for hatred in any form, including antisemitism or anti-Israel hatred.

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The mission of the University Skateboarding Club at UCSF is to foster a vibrant and inclusive community where staff, students, faculty and alumni can share their passion for skateboarding, promote physical wellness, and encourage a healthy work-life balance. By providing a supportive and safe environment for skateboarding enthusiasts of all skill levels, the club aims to enhance individual skills, facilitate peer-to-peer learning, and strengthen relationships within the UCSF community. Through regular meet-ups, workshops, and events, the club seeks to contribute to personal development and create a sense of camaraderie and mutual respect among the diverse members of the university.

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