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Latin Magazine Winter 2020

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When asked about the path Latin has taken over the years, Maajid is proud of the progress made in regards to the width and breadth of DEI work. "When I think of DEI, it is truly becoming a part of everything we do," she said. While still keeping student support at the heart of her day-to-day reality, Maajid now also oversees all DEI initiatives at Latin and her school-wide scope and strategic lens can require her to be involved in everything from human resources to enrollment management to athletics to communications—sometimes all in one day. As the chair of Latin's Council for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, she is additionally responsible for articulating goals, brainstorming implementation and providing accountability. "Latin's new vision statement directs us to make learning inquiry-based, personal and inclusive," Maajid shared. "All of these things align with our DEI goals: to help students know and understand themselves, to create a learning environment that supports each student as needed, and to continually grow our ability to understand and empathize with each other." For Maajid, this commitment on a strategic level is critical. "It shows that DEI work is really who we are and the fabric of our being. It has become part of Latin's identity." Eleannor Maajid's office is never empty. As Latin's Advocate for Students of Color for the last five years, she created a welcoming space for teachers, staff and students to come for support and counsel. In her new role as Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), her office remains as busy as ever, but the impact of her work is felt far beyond those four walls. LATIN MAGAZINE » WINTER 2020 21 21 LATIN MAGAZINE » WINTER 2020

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