Email Draft Ideas:
- Brief description of each caucus (purpose, meeting times, etc.)
- Way for student to reply or submit a response to a form indicating they want to be a part (learn more, be added to the caucus group chat, etc.)
- https://forms.office.com/r/ZiuVPN3fVK
- Chair’s email to contact if questions
- Groupchat or socials information (i.e. GroupMe, Instagram, etc. if applicable)
Descriptions:
Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American (APIDA) Caucus
Disability Caucus (DC) - Raven McCoy (rmccoy25@jhu.edu): Looking to get involved and help build the disability community on campus, be a part of campus advocacy and express what accessibility improvements you want to see at JHU? The Disability Caucus is a student-led group within SGA, and we are looking for new members interested in any of these things! DC works to improve communication between students and admin regarding accommodations, accessibility, and support for disabled students to improve their overall experience on campus. We meet on the last Saturday of each month at 2 pm. For more information and updates on what we are up to this semester and when our monthly GBMs will be, join our GroupMe with this link: https://tinyurl.com/disabilitycaucusgc Also make sure to follow us on Instagram for updates and events happening within the disability community on campus at @jhu.DisabilityCaucus!
Women and Gender Minorities (WGMC) Caucus - Hailey Saya Tomlinson (htomlin2@jhmi.edu): Are you passionate about advocating for a more inclusive and diverse campus environment? Do you want to play a crucial role in shaping the student experience for women, transgender, gender-nonconforming, and gender-minority students at Johns Hopkins University? If so, we invite you to join the Women & Gender Minority Caucus for the Student Government Association!
The Women & Gender Minority Caucus is a dynamic and vital part of the Student Government Association at JHU. By joining our caucus, you'll have the opportunity to provide direct input into all SGA activities across campus, ensuring that the unique perspectives and needs of all women & gender-minority students at JHU are fully represented.
Why Should You Join? ● Empowerment: Be part of a community that actively works towards improving the campus experience for everyone. ● Advocacy: Advocate for gender equity and inclusivity in all aspects of university life. ● Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for change. ● Leadership: Develop your leadership skills and make a real impact on our campus.
If you're ready to make a difference and be a part of a positive change at Johns Hopkins, we encourage you to join the Women & Gender Minority Caucus. Your voice matters, and we need your input! Please fill out this google form to join https://forms.gle/D65fXU6v2P1DUUxi9! The WGMC meets bi-weekly via zoom. All WGMC members are encouraged (but not required) to attend regular SGA General Body Meetings every Tuesday from 7-9pm in Hackerman B17.
First-Generation, Limited-Income (FLI) Caucus - Sun Moon (gmoon3@jhu.edu): Hello! My name is Sun, the Chair for First-Generation, Limited-Income (FLI) Caucus in SGA. I am looking for students who are interested in working to advance, represent the needs and concerns of, and promote greater equality for the FLI community. We’ll achieve this by endorsing and suggesting legislation aimed to help FLI students and acting as a safe space for FLI students. We’ll also work on exciting initiatives! Furthermore, we will be holding Caucus Meetings twice per month (Friday at 3 PM) with interested students and student groups to discuss issues and opportunities deemed relevant to FLI students. Caucus membership will be open to all interested students of any background or demographic. Join the Groupme to stay in the loop! https://groupme.com/join_group/96467036/bbD3ATCc
Black Caucus - Tyler Turner (tturne41@jhu.edu): Join The Black Caucus serves as a dedicated collective, passionately advocating for and amplifying the voices within the Black Community. Our core mission revolves around event planning, engaging in meaningful dialogues with the administration, and fostering unity within the campus community. Through a proactive approach, we aim to address issues, celebrate achievements, and create a supportive environment that encourages collaboration and understanding. By organizing events, initiating conversations, and actively participating in campus activities, we strive to promote inclusivity, diversity, and empowerment. In doing so, the Black Caucus becomes an essential force in shaping a campus atmosphere that reflects the values of equity, justice, and communal strength.
GroupMe - You're invited to my new group 'The Black Caucus' on GroupMe. Click here to join: https://groupme.com/join_group/96628868/SRqRFm2t
Student Athletes - Molly Kuzma (mkuzma1@jhu.edu) Join the Student Athlete Caucus at Johns Hopkins University to make your voice heard and shape the student athlete experience on campus! Led by passionate student representatives, we aim to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by over 700 varsity student-athletes across 22 NCAA DIII and 2 NCAA DI teams. Our caucus provides a platform for advocacy, support, and collaboration, striving to improve visibility, school spirit, and the overall experience of student athletes. Sign up to join us by filling out this form. Join us in making a positive impact within the Johns Hopkins student athlete community!
Hispanic/Latine Caucus - Cynthia Sanchez Hidalgo (csanch26@jh.edu) Join the Latine Caucus to make sure your voice is heard! Joining the caucus is a low commitment that can have a high impact on our community! Not only will we be working to start new initiatives that will help the latine community on campus but we will also be having important conversations about the change(s) our community wishes to see! This semester we will be meeting biweekly on Mondays from 12PM to 1PM on zoom. Come and share any ideas you have for our campus and community! Be the change you want to see!