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The University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW) Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion's Fall 2024 Affinity Groups are starting soon.

Affinity Groups provide an opportunity for those of shared identity to connect, deepen their understanding, and work toward common goals. While these groups are primarily geared toward UMSSW staff and faculty, anyone, including students and alums, is welcome to attend. 

Our groups include: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), Disability Justice & Advocacy Group (DJA), Jewish, LGBTQ+, and White Accountability Group.

Please find the Affinity Groups, dates, and registration links below if you want to attend.

Jewish Affinity Group 

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Dates:  Oct. 8, Nov. 12 

BIPOC Affinity Group 

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Dates:  Oct. 15, Nov. 19 

White Accountability Affinity Group 

Time: 12-1 p.m.

Dates:  Oct. 15, Nov. 19 

Disability Justice & Advocacy (DJA) 

Time:  12-1 p.m.

Dates: Oct. 22, Dec. 3 

LGBTQ+ Affinity Group 

Time:  12-1 p.m.

Dates:  Oct. 1, Oct. 29, Dec. 10 

Click here to register for the Fall 2024 LGBTQ+ Affinity Group   

Save the Date: This semester, we plan to have two in-person Community Spaces, which are open to everyone. Please save the dates below. More information to come!

  • Monday, Oct. 7: Anniversary of Israel/Hamas War Community Space
  • Wednesday, Nov. 6: Post Election Community Space

   If you have questions, please email sswdeioffice@ssw.umaryland.edu.

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