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Chancellor’s Belonging Initiatives Grant Program
The Division of Equity, Justice, & Inclusive Excellence invites members of the campus to submit proposals for the Chancellor’s Belonging Initiatives Grant Program. This program, funded by Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz through the MacKenzie Scott award, will support projects, programs, and initiatives that strengthen belonging, connection, inclusion, and community across the university. Special consideration will be given to projects reflecting humanities and social sciences foci, and to projects that promote student success and wellbeing.
EJIE 2025-26 IMPACT REPORT
Programs by Focus Area
Education & Training
35
Community Building
21
Campus Climate
11
Cultural Awareness
11
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Mission Statement

The Division of Equity, Justice, & Inclusive Excellence builds community and capacity by promoting a model of shared responsibility for equity and inclusion, and providing education, resources, and partnership.

Vision

A campus community that both cultivates the well-being of its members and achieves excellence in learning, discovery, and service by intentionally honoring and welcoming diverse contributions and perspectives.

Values

Collaboration — working together with common purpose
Respect — treating all persons with dignity
Action — making it real
Fairness — ensuring equity in process and outcomes for all persons
Transparency — providing clarity in communication and goals

Bobcat Profiles:

Students

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Staff

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Faculty

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You Belong at UC Merced

All offerings described here are open to everyone, in alignment with state and federal law and the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. We are dedicated to creating an environment where all students, staff, and faculty feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to thrive. To learn more, please visit the UC Nondiscrimination Statement or the Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.