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With 115+ countries represented and languages spoken, NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is committed to strengthening a university-wide culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity and access/accessibility (IDBEA) within its staff, faculty and students.

The desire to belong and feel like we are part of a community is a basic human need; not only does the University strive to ensure this need is met, the goal is for community members to thrive and develop. Staff and administrators are essential for the operations of NYUAD, and the Office of Inclusion and Equity (OIE) works towards creating an inclusive and equitable environment.

Support staff professional development with Human Resources partners, such as the Office of Learning and Organizational Development
Develop staff IDBEA capacity and skills through initiatives such as the Intercultural Development Inventory and the Inclusion Partners model
Principles of shared governance represented by an elected Staff Council IDBE Chair to ensure the staff voice is heard in all conversations around institutional policy and governance
Offer support and inclusion to those with commonalities and shared interests through Affinity Groups
Raise awareness and build shared language regarding IDBEA through staff orientation

NYU Abu Dhabi Affinity Groups

An Affinity Group is a group of faculty and staff linked by a common purpose, ideology, or interest. Affinity Groups play a vital role in ensuring an inclusive environment where all are valued, included, and empowered to succeed. They can provide a collective voice for faculty and staff with common interests at NYUAD, and help us hold the institution accountable. Learn about the NYUAD affinity groups that provide ongoing opportunities to share experiences and traditions. Currently NYUAD has four affinity groups but looks forward to seeing this number grow.

BAD COA (The Black and African Diaspora Community of Action).

BAD COA is an NYUAD Staff and Faculty organization. The purpose of BAD COA is to effect change by fostering acceptance of differences, varying perspectives and experiences, and create an environment of belonging. BAD COA provides programming, events, forums and various opportunities for fellowship, communication and learning. These activities are designed to; celebrate culture, create a sense of belonging, foster engagement, enhance institutional awareness and increase professional growth, development, presence and retention.

Email nyuad.blackafricancoa@nyu.edu to learn more about BADCOA and future programming.
Egrobu: Emirati Affinity Group

Egrobu: a warm Emirati phrase used to welcome people to be part of social activities, usually involving food and meaningful conversations.

Egrobu aims to cultivate a shared safe space for all staff and faculty to network, to have authentic and open conversations about the unique experiences and identities of Emiratis at NYUAD, and to create a support system that promotes empowerment and resilience.

Email egrobu@nyu.edu to learn more about Egbrobu and future programming.
SACRED (South Asian Community for Representation, Engagement and Development)

SACRED's mission is to recognize and engage with staff/faculty of the South Asian community within NYU. In keeping with IDBE initiatives, through SACRED, we seek to foster support and agility for our South Asian peers and colleagues towards achieving institutional equity, accountability, community representation, engagement and development.

SACRED aims to create the first brave space for staff/faculty for our South Asian community that embodies a continuum of holistic conversations toward conscientious call-to-actions in making NYU a more inclusive and equitable institution, anchored in mutual care, respect and solidarity.

Email nyuad.sacred@nyu.edu to learn more about SACRED and future programming.
More Affinity Groups can be found on the NYUAD Intranet (please note, this page is only accessible to the NYUAD Community).

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NYU Abu Dhabi Affinity Groups

Egrobu: Emirati Affinity Group

Egrobu: a warm Emirati phrase used to welcome people to be part of social activities, usually involving food and meaningful conversations.

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NYU Abu Dhabi Affinity Groups

Egrobu: Emirati Affinity Group Egrobu: a warm Emirati phrase used to welcome people to be part of social activities, usually involving food and meaningful conversations.

Egrobu: Emirati Affinity Group

Egrobu: a warm Emirati phrase used to welcome people to be part of social activities, usually involving food and meaningful conversations.