At MIT Sloan we believe systemic problems require systemic solutions. That's why we're partnering with others to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.

Our goal is to create proactive, research-supported initiatives and programs that promote MIT's Values. We develop and deliver data-driven solutions that advance systemic change, and enrich our community through opportunities for engagement and learning. We fulfill our mission in partnership with staff, students, faculty, alumni, and other members of the MIT community.

Upcoming Events

Apr 30 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm

RealTalk at MIT Sloan (In-person session)

What? RealTalk is a methodology and technology-based approach to constructive dialogue developed here at MIT by our colleagues in the Media Lab. As delivered to MIT Sloan, RealTalk is a collaboration between the MIT Sloan Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the MIT Center for Constructive Communication (CCC).  Why? The methodology promotes listening among participants, fostering a sense of shared understanding across differences and commonalities. It promotes learning by identifying themes and patterns across participant groups, which MIT Sloan DEI and CCC can use to promote shared awareness of community members' perspectives and needs. How? RealTalk consists of small group (4-6 people), professionally facilitated conversations that take one hour to complete. Conversations are recorded. This allows our MIT Sloan DEI team and CCC to share conversation highlights, patterns, and themes with decision-makers and the community at large. Each participant retains individual control of the visibility of their transcripts and voice recordings. They may opt to remain anonymous and even use CCC’s new “voice conversion” technology for increased privacy. Accessibility: Participants will be invited to indicate any access needs when completing their registration on SloanGroups. Please contact sloandei@mit.edu with additional questions.

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Apr 30 | 2:00pm - 3:00pm

RealTalk at MIT Sloan (In-person session)

What? RealTalk is a methodology and technology-based approach to constructive dialogue developed here at MIT by our colleagues in the Media Lab. As delivered to MIT Sloan, RealTalk is a collaboration between the MIT Sloan Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the MIT Center for Constructive Communication (CCC).  Why? The methodology promotes listening among participants, fostering a sense of shared understanding across differences and commonalities. It promotes learning by identifying themes and patterns across participant groups, which MIT Sloan DEI and CCC can use to promote shared awareness of community members' perspectives and needs. How? RealTalk consists of small group (4-6 people), professionally facilitated conversations that take one hour to complete. Conversations are recorded. This allows our MIT Sloan DEI team and CCC to share conversation highlights, patterns, and themes with decision-makers and the community at large. Each participant retains individual control of the visibility of their transcripts and voice recordings. They may opt to remain anonymous and even use CCC’s new “voice conversion” technology for increased privacy. Accessibility: Participants will be invited to indicate any access needs when completing their registration on SloanGroups. Please contact sloandei@mit.edu with additional questions.

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Apr 30 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm

RealTalk at MIT Sloan (In-person session)

What? RealTalk is a methodology and technology-based approach to constructive dialogue developed here at MIT by our colleagues in the Media Lab. As delivered to MIT Sloan, RealTalk is a collaboration between the MIT Sloan Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the MIT Center for Constructive Communication (CCC).  Why? The methodology promotes listening among participants, fostering a sense of shared understanding across differences and commonalities. It promotes learning by identifying themes and patterns across participant groups, which MIT Sloan DEI and CCC can use to promote shared awareness of community members' perspectives and needs. How? RealTalk consists of small group (4-6 people), professionally facilitated conversations that take one hour to complete. Conversations are recorded. This allows our MIT Sloan DEI team and CCC to share conversation highlights, patterns, and themes with decision-makers and the community at large. Each participant retains individual control of the visibility of their transcripts and voice recordings. They may opt to remain anonymous and even use CCC’s new “voice conversion” technology for increased privacy. Accessibility: Participants will be invited to indicate any access needs when completing their registration on SloanGroups. Please contact sloandei@mit.edu with additional questions.

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May 1 | 10:00am - 11:00am

RealTalk at MIT Sloan (In-person session)

What? RealTalk is a methodology and technology-based approach to constructive dialogue developed here at MIT by our colleagues in the Media Lab. As delivered to MIT Sloan, RealTalk is a collaboration between the MIT Sloan Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the MIT Center for Constructive Communication (CCC).  Why? The methodology promotes listening among participants, fostering a sense of shared understanding across differences and commonalities. It promotes learning by identifying themes and patterns across participant groups, which MIT Sloan DEI and CCC can use to promote shared awareness of community members' perspectives and needs. How? RealTalk consists of small group (4-6 people), professionally facilitated conversations that take one hour to complete. Conversations are recorded. This allows our MIT Sloan DEI team and CCC to share conversation highlights, patterns, and themes with decision-makers and the community at large. Each participant retains individual control of the visibility of their transcripts and voice recordings. They may opt to remain anonymous and even use CCC’s new “voice conversion” technology for increased privacy. Accessibility: Participants will be invited to indicate any access needs when completing their registration on SloanGroups. Please contact sloandei@mit.edu with additional questions.

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May 8 | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

MIT SAGA Class of 2024 Celebration

Join the MIT Sloan Affinity Group alumni and students for a gathering to celebrate the Class of 2024.

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Surveys & Forms

MIT Sloan Diversity & Innovation Grant Application 
Diversity & Innovation Grants (DIG) provide financial support for initiatives that strengthen the guiding pillars of MIT's strategic plan: belonging, achievement, and composition. Grants up to $3,000.00 are available to MIT Sloan student organizations and groups. Grants up to $750.00 are available for students that are leading smaller initiatives, traveling to conferences, or working on a particular event. Student(s) can renew a grant once every academic year. Each application will be evaluated by members of the MIT Sloan community.

MIT Sloan DEI - Financial Request Form 
This form is for Student or Staff groups seeking financial support for an event, meeting, partnership and/or collaboration.

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