My name is Sierra King, and I am a Master’s student and Social Justice for Archivist Scholar in the School of Library and Information Studies at the University of Alabama. I have created this Diversity & Inclusion ePortfolio (D&I-eP) as part of my work for the CIS 650 (Applying Diversity Leadership Theories & Praxis) course during Summer 2023.
In my D&I-eP I analyze existing diversity and inclusion responses at Build Your Archive, a nomadic memory work lab for Black Women Artist to build their archives in real time. I also propose a range of responsive strategies to further cultural competence and effective leadership in the diverse workforce environment. As part of my analysis I will critically evaluate a variety of existing information responses (e.g. collections, services, programs, resources, policies, and best practices) to ensure equality and equity of representation, access, and information use of diverse stakeholders in my community-centered organizational setting. I will also develop a strategic diversity action plan for Build Your Archive to identify future directions of progressive growth and professional practice.