CSULB - Women's and Gender Equity Center

Organization Description

California State University, Long Beach, known nationally as "The Beach," is a hub of diversity, both culturally and intellectually. The 322-acre campus is designed to encourage student involvement and success. We are a diverse, student-centered, globally-engaged public university committed to providing high-valued undergraduate educational opportunities through superior teaching, research, creative activity and service for the people of California and the world. CSULB is committed to make a positive contribution to the greater society by developing responsible citizens, with highly valued degrees, for the 21st century. And we strive to graduate students who are skilled problem-solvers and practioners of their disciplines through participation in research projects, creative endeavors, community service learning, and internships. 

Program Information

Mission

The mission of the Women's and Gender Equity Center (WGEC) is to inform and prepare the campus and larger community to foster an understanding of gender that is continually evolving in academia and society. Our responsibility is to promote gender equity affairs among individuals of diverse gender identities and expressions through an intentional educational approach rooted in social justice principles. Thereby advocating change for those affected by gender-based oppression.

Vision

The vision of the Women’s and Gender Equity Center is to create an equitable learning environment for all to become empowered citizens that enact change towards building an inclusive and compassionate society.

Values

The programs and services the WGEC offers are rooted in:

  • Advocacy
  • Community Building
  • Education
  • Self-Empowerment
Health & Safety
Address 
1250 Bellflower Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90840
United States
General Phone 
(562) 985-8576
Website:
https://web.csulb.edu/divisions/students/wgec/
Program(s) 
CHHS - Health Science Internships
Organization type 
Education - College or University (Government)
Focus Population(s)
College Students
Focus Area(s)
Education
Additional Focus Area(s)
Skill Development
Hours of operation 

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm