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ACPA has a proud tradition of advocating for and advancing the voices of all of members of our profession. ACPA Coalitions & Networks are at the forefront of issues of inclusion and social justice and are unique in that they represent and act as advocates for the social identities of the ACPA community. Coalitions & Networks represent who we are. They provide mentoring opportunities, promote relevant scholarship, produce publications, and sponsor programs and socials during the Annual Convention.
Get Involved in an ACPA coalition or network
- Log into the ACPA Member Portal
- Click on the Chatter tab
- Click on Groups
- Search for the Chapter(s) you wish to join
- click Join Group next to the Chapter!
OUR COalitions

Coalition for DisAbility
Contact the Chair:
Capria Berry // disability@acpa.nche.edu

Coalition on Men & Masculinities
Contact the Chair:
Keenan Colquitt Jr. // cmm@acpa.nche.edu

Coalition for Multicultural Affairs
Contact the Chair:
Jasmine Lee // cma@acpa.nche.edu
*Scroll down to learn about the Networks under the Coalition for Multicultural Affairs

Coalition for Sexuality and Gender Identities
Contact the Chair:
Amanda Mollet // csgi@acpa.nche.edu

Coalition for Women’s Identities
Contact the Chair:
Chelsea Lyles // cwi@acpa.nche.edu

native, aboriginal and indigenous coalition
Contact the Chair:
Kara Strass // naic@acpa.nche.edu
our Networks
*within the Coalition for Multicultural Affairs

asian pacific american network
Contact the Co-Chairs:
Eric Carnaje & Hannah Hyun White //cma_apan@acpa.nche.edu

Latinx network
Contact the Chair:
Melanie Pagan // cma_ln@acpa.nche.edu

Multiracial Network
Contact the Chair:
Caitlin Lindsay & Paige Thomas // cma_mrn@acpa.nche.edu

pan african network
Contact the Chair:
Ja’Mahl McDaniel & Krystal Andrews // pan@acpa.nche.edu
*within the Native, Aboriginal and Indigenous Coalition

indigenous student affairs network
Contact the Chair:
Justin Rasmussen // naic_isan@acpa.nche.edu
the latest from ACPA coalitions & networks
CWI NOW ACCEPTING AWARD NOMINATIONS
The ACPA Coalition for Women's Identities (CWI) is now accepting nominations (including self-nominations) for CWI Awards. All nominees must adhere to the following criteria in order to be considered for the awards presented by the ACPA Coalition for Women's...
Voices from Women Leaders on Success in Higher Education
In this upcoming webinar, Ceceilia Parnther and Barbara Cozza will facilitate a panel discussion to address themes from their recent publication, Voices from Women Leaders on Success in Higher Education. “Drawn from research and the lived experiences of women and...
Multiracial Network Open Position: Publications Coordinator
We had a role open on our Directorate for the Publications Coordinator role. Job Responsibilities Coordinate the MRN blog, including meet the directorate board post (typically done in July or August), content writing, soliciting volunteer writers, etc. Create a...
Multiracial Network Awards Nominations are Open!
The Multiracial Network receives nominations each year for those who have made an impact to the multi-racial community on their campus, the student affairs profession, and/or ACPA. Each year, the following awards are presented at Convention: Professional of the Year...
CWI Current and Past Award Recipients
2022 Awards Outstanding Emerging Professional Award - Jessica Estes Mid-Level Professional Award - Julia Heck Research and Scholarship Award - Dr. Britt M. Williams Wisdom Award - Dr. Tori Svoboda Jodie Castanza Outstanding Service Award - Dr. Genia M. Bettencourt...
Announcing Our Brand New Publication
The Coalition for (Dis)Ability is really excited to be launching a brand new publication with ACPA, Creating Inclusivity While Providing Accommodations: A Practical Guide to Champion Individuals with (Dis)abilities on Campus. Edited by Drs. Amy French and Sarah...
Pan African Network Achievement Awards Nominations
The Pan African Network sponsors the Pan African Network Achievement Awards to recognize African American/Black Student Affairs Professionals who have excelled in the areas of citizenship, innovation, leadership, and distinguished service to others. These...
Resources from CMA
Asian Pacific American Educational Resources Asian American Studies Center (UCLA) Asian Studies WWW Virtual Library Center for Pacific Islands Studies (University of Hawaii) East - West Center Higher Education in the United States: An Encyclopedia (order form)...
PAN Foundations Mentoring
The Foundations Mentoring Program (FMP) is a network of new and seasoned Pan African professionals within the higher education profession who participate in our semi-structures mentorship program. Foundations Mentoring is instrumental in connecting out PAN membership...