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The purpose of the Task Force shall be to utilize its network of colleges, universities, other professional associations, and individuals to respond to the continued challenge of promoting the value of diversity in campus communities in an effort to eradicate prejudice and bias; and to promote a climate on college campuses that is free of bigotry and bias directed at individuals because of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, color, age, disability, or class.
The goals of the Task Force in relationship to its purpose shall be to work with members to develop strategies and construct plans of action to address particular issues on campus; to provide support, resources, and networking opportunities for members and their institutions; to encourage a clearinghouse of resources to campuses through traditional and electronic means; to support programs and conferences at member institutions; and to design and schedule timely workshops, seminars, and professional development programs for the membership.