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Empowerment
of students with the skills for
responsible decision making, problem
solving, conflict resolution, and social
action. Development
of cross-cultural interdependence through
an exchange of knowledge, traditions, and
perspectives. Curriculum
that accurately reflects the contributions
of all people, is free of cultural
stereotypes, and addresses
prejudice. Acceptance
and appreciation of individual and
cultural distinctions through positive
interaction with diverse students and
staff. Equal
access to all levels of academic and
extra-curricular opportunities. Safety
and the ability to function without fear,
underscored by a sense of
freedom. Appreciation
of diversity by promoting community
service for students and actively
involving the community in students' lives
at school and beyond. S.T.A.N.D.... ...is
now represented on fifteen campuses in five
states, continuing the fight against racism
and all forms of prejudice as we work to
promote intercultural harmony, education, and
respect. ...sponsors
many cultural, educational, leadership, and
community activities that help people of
distinct races, cultures, orientations, and
heritages better understand one another and
work together for unity. ...now
begins a new mission at the University of
Southern California where we hope to expand
the horizons of understanding across the
university level...
ABOUT
STAND
Socially
Together and Naturally Diverse
Declaration of Beliefs
We,
the students of STAND, are a microcosm of a
changing society who will work and learn in a
world of cultural and ethnic diversity, and
we are commited to create an environment that
fosters:
Recognition
of the need for human rights and
individual dignity through self-respect
and respect for others.
...is
a multicultural student organization that
began on one campus in 1990 as an attempt to
fight racism and prejudice while promoting
strength through diversity.
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