Dr. Ericka Paddock Selected for Social Justice & Career Advancement Institute
Publish Date: Oct. 8, 2024

The Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA) has announced that Associate Dean of Student Services and Student Life at 海角直播 (CHC), Dr. Ericka Paddock, is one of 45 leaders selected for the second cohort of the Social Justice & Career Advancement (SJCA) Institute.
In a competitive process, fellows are selected for their leadership potential and commitment to making an impact. The SJCA Institute aims to provide education leaders with a strong foundation in social justice and identity training, combined with career advancement strategies and professional networking opportunities. This initiative seeks to create more equitable and diverse campuses across the system and is aligned with the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility goals of Vision 2030, a strategic plan of the California Community College Chancellor鈥檚 Office.
With over two million students enrolled across 116 campuses, California Community Colleges represent one of the most diverse student populations in the nation. The SJCA Institute is a unique effort to ensure each campus is led by qualified, diverse leaders equipped to drive student success. This year鈥檚 cohort includes participants from over 30 institutions, ranging from small rural colleges to large urban campuses.
鈥淭he Social Justice and Career Advancement Institute is a transformative program, providing educators and administrators with essential social justice training, career development tools and a strong peer network to lead systemic change across California鈥檚 community colleges,鈥 said Dr. Sonya Christian, chancellor of California Community Colleges. 鈥淭his groundbreaking collaboration between the Chancellor鈥檚 Office and ACCCA is a key step toward realizing Vision 2030鈥檚 mission of embedding equity throughout higher education by cultivating leaders who will champion inclusion and equity-driven practices at every level.鈥
Dr. Delmy Montenegro-Spencer, vice president of Student Services at CHC, said, 鈥淒r. Paddock鈥檚 selection for the SJCA Institute is a testament to her passion for justice and equality. This opportunity will undoubtedly empower her to continue leading initiatives that drive lasting, positive change in our community.鈥滳HC President Dr. Kevin Horan also emphasized, 鈥淒r. Paddock has been instrumental in advancing 海角直播鈥檚 efforts to foster an inclusive environment. Her participation in the SJCA Institute is a well-deserved recognition of her outstanding leadership in addressing these critical issues.鈥
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