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Men of Color CNG

Welcome!

Who we are:

The Cornell University Men of Color Colleague Network Group provides a professional support system within the staff, faculty, and administrator community to increase the recruitment and retention of men of color.

What we do:

Our group meets monthly for lunch and socializing. Our meetings usually feature a presentation or facilitated discussion. We also network with external groups and organize events, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities to support our community.

  • Events & Activities

    Monthly Meetups

    Join us on the first Monday of every month from 12:00-1:00 PM EST! Be sure to sign up for our mailing list using the red signup button above to learn what's coming up next.

     

    2023 Monthly Meeting Schedule:

    • January 2
    • February 6
    • March 6
    • April 3
    • May 1
    • June 5
    • July 13
    • August 7
    • September 11
    • October 2
    • November 6
    • December 4
  • Announcements

    Info will be posted here soon!

  • Meet Our Board

     

    eBoard member profiles will be posted soon!

     

  • FAQs

    Who can join?

    This group is intended to support Cornell employees who identify as Men of Color and/or support the mission of the Men of Color Colleague Network Group.

     

    Are there membership dues?

    Membership is free and supported by Cornell University.

     

    Do I have to go to meetings, or any other membership requirements?

    We hope you'll join us at our in-person meetings and events, but there are no attendance or membership requirements.

     

    Can I only join one CNG at a time?

    You're welcome to join multiple CNGs.

  • Resources

    Business Leaders of Colors: 

    • https://www.businessleadersofcolors.com/
    • Business Leaders of Colors is a network of business owners, entrepreneurs, consultants, and social justice leaders focused on helping people of color in Tompkins County succeed in business. On their website you can find business resources as well as a compiled list of local Black-owned businesses.

     

    Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services: 

    • https://www.ithacanhs.org/
    • Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services (INHS) is dedicated to expanding housing opportunities for low and moderate-income residents of Tompkins County and the surrounding region. It seeks to foster communities that embrace diversity, equity, and sustainability in ways that produce lasting outcomes. They offer homebuyers classes, inspection classes, and resources on buying homes in Tompkins County.

     

    Diverse Living in Ithaca Guide: 

     

    Greater Ithaca Activities Center: 

     

    Southside Community Center: 

    • https://sspride.org/
    • Since its incorporation in 1934, the Southside Community Center, Inc., continues to affirm, empower, and foster the development of self-pride among the African-American citizens of greater Ithaca. Through forums and activities in education, recreation, political and social awareness, the Southside Community Center is a community resource center. We serve as a vehicle to develop an appreciation for the contributions and presence of those peoples of African descent in the greater Ithaca community and in the larger world community.

     

    Multicultural Resource Center:

     

    Learning Web: 

     

    Catholic Charities: