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Presidential Diversity Hiring Initiative

A community you can call home

Learning from people with different backgrounds, values, and perspectives enriches the IU Fort Wayne experience and benefits everyone involved.

Learn how we are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive institution where everyone is valued. 

Make academic and social connections

As a center of IUPUI, the IU Fort Wayne community has access to the numerous offices and centers at IUPUI that promote a sense of belonging and offer an inclusive, accessible campus community.

In addition, IU Fort Wayne faculty, staff, and students can utilize the on-campus resources through the Purdue Fort Wayne Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs.

IUPUI Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) leads IUPUI’s efforts to create and sustain a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable campus climate. DEI is home to a range of offices, centers, programs, and initiatives that educate, engage, and empower the IUPUI community including IU Fort Wayne.

Purdue Fort Wayne Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs

The Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at Purdue Fort Wayne is committed to the engagement, retention, and graduation of students of color. We embrace intersecting differences, advocate for social justice, and cultivate a campus climate that values all individuals.

Multicultural Experiences

From touring Fort Wayne's murals created by black artists to exploring Burmese and Thai restaurants, Visit Fort Wayne has many ways you can explore the cultures that call Fort Wayne home. 

Black Chamber Fort Wayne

The Fort Wayne Black Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit business organization providing members a strong voice, vision, and focused leadership. We create effective business support & partnerships for our members that contribute economic prosperity for our community.

Amani Family Services

Amani Family Services partners with immigrant and refugee families and the community to promote safety, encourage personal growth, and foster a spirit of belonging.

United Front Fort Wayne

United Front hopes to empower Fort Wayne organizations and corporations with the ability to value diversity, assess their environments, and implement interventions that will enhance their inclusive cultures, motivating people to work together toward community shared goals.

Greater Fort Wayne

Greater Fort Wayne Inc. (GFW Inc.) values the thoughts and contributions of all people and understands that inclusion is critical to sustainable economic development. It is through our diverse culture that we can attract the best employees, empower our customers, and help our communities achieve great things.

Greater Fort Wayne Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

The mission of the Greater Fort Wayne Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is to advocate, promote, and facilitate the success of Hispanic-owned businesses which will fully participate in the growth, development and education of Allen and surrounding counties.

Young Leaders of Northeast Indiana Inclusion, Diversity, and Advocacy (IDA)

The Inclusion, Diversity and Advocacy (IDA) Committee acts as a conduit of influence through committee members sitting on a variety of community boards and committees. It is the mission of this committee to educate YLNI members about issues that affect the community, especially the young leader’s demographic.

Fort Wayne Metro

Enforces civil rights laws and empowers the citizens of Fort Wayne through education on diversity and discrimination issues. Metro seeks to partner with people and organizations who promote Metro’s vision.

PFLAG Fort Wayne

PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies.

Relocation services

Learn how certain expenses incurred in moving the household goods and personal items may be reimbursed by Indiana University.

Child care

Indiana University offers family care benefits through Care@Work. Access the Care@Work web portal to find, book, and pay for caregivers online.

Healthcare

Learn more about medical, vision and dental benefits offered through Indiana University.