Welcome to the Braden Center for Women, Gender and Social Equity
The Jean Braden Center for Women, Gender, and Social Equity, under the Division of Language, Arts and Social Sciences on the Alexandria campus, is an important and vibrant part of the college whose mission is to encourage inclusiveness and a sense of belonging for all, with the goal to educate, advocate, support, and provide leadership opportunities for students. It provides a safe psychological and physical space for training and events, gaining access to support resources at the college and in the community, and leadership opportunities through our mentoring programs.
The Center addresses the most pressing needs of our students, staff, and faculty in creating an inclusive experience for all at NOVA through education, advocacy, and support for students across all gender and sexual identities regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, and social, economic and cultural background. It houses groups such as PrideNOVA, ManUp, and WomenHelpingWomen and provides a space for people to do quiet reflection, converse with other students, and participate in discussion groups.
- Educate, Advocate, and Support regarding issues of gender and sexual equity and inclusiveness.
- Providing resources and services to promote educational success, emphasizing gender equity and inclusiveness.
- Developing programs to address gender and cultural barriers and creating opportunities for leadership and community service.
- Establishing referral systems to ensure that students get the services they need on or off campus to achieve success.