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Social Justice Center Events & Activities
The Social Justice Center strengthens and supports our campus' equity programs, students and student clubs, equity-minded faculty & staff and serves as a hub to bring them all together. We work hand-in-hand with our campus and community partners for collaboration to provide educational events and activities that address social justice issues; and student leadership training, mentorship and development for the next generation of social justice leaders.
Social Justice Center: Leadership in Action
Are you looking to build leadership skills to level up in your life? We are looking
to help students grow as leaders - from the inside out - and create social change.
More info: Visit SJC: Leadership in Action page
Host your Student Club Meetings, Events or Activities at the Social Justice Center
Students: Does your Club have a Social Justice focus? Faculty and Staff: Do you have an activity that addresses Social Justice issues? We have space available to host your meetings, events and activities. Fill out the space request form: https://elcamino.formstack.com/forms/book_sjc
Alternative Spring Break
Alternative Spring Break seeks to provide students with an opportunity to work with
community agencies, needs, and populations in a week-long service and immersion experience.
Students will travel out and participate in an array of service projects, discussions,
and workshops to immerse themselves with different social, environmental, and economic
issues.
When is the Alternative Spring Break trip? We will be traveling from April 14-17, 2025
Where are we going? San Diego, close to the US-Mexico border region.
How much do the trips cost? Students do not need to pay to participate in this Alternative Spring Break trip. We will cover transportation, lodging, food and activity expenses.
Do I need to provide legal documentation of my immigration status (like a US Passport)?
Yes. We will be encountering US Border Patrol agents and all students will need proof
of legal immigration status or citizenship.
Does this count for credit?
Yes, you will need to enroll in Ethnic Studies 1 (2484) which is an academic course
during the Spring 2025 semester. The class meets in person every Tuesday from 9:45
-11:10 am. *Although we only meet on Tuesdays, this class is a hybrid class with online/asynchronous
components to it.
*This class is also part of the MyPath program*
When can I register?
Registration for the Spring trip is happening now! We will be interviewing and selecting
students on a first come, first served basis.
Fill out this interest form below:
Alternative Spring Break (Spring 2025) Interest Form
Where can I get more information? Contact:
Kenny Simkins ksimkins@elcamino.edu
Monica Delgado mxdelgado@elcamino.edu
Taka Tanaka ttanaka@elcamino.edu
Let's Celebrate Together
El Camino College celebrates its diversity through various cultural heritage months throughout the year.
Through the annual events and cultural highlights on El Camino's campus, we raise awareness, celebrate diversity, honor history and foster inclusion across campus.
View our Campus Celebrations Page
Join a Cultural Heritage Month Committee
Students, faculty and staff, we welcome you to join a subcommittee.
JOIN US ON TEAMS
- Fall Semester: Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept/Oct), LGBTQIA+ History Month (Oct), Native American Heritage Month (Nov)
- Spring Semester: Black History Month (Feb), Cherry Blossom Festival (March), Women's History Month (March), Arab-American Heritage Month (April), Earth Day (April), AANHPI Heritage Month (May), Caribbean American Heritage Month (June), PRIDE (June)
September / October
Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
🎺Hispanic Heritage Month Kick Off Celebration
Tues, Sept 17th, 2024 ~ 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Student Services Plaza
Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage with a LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE by Groupo La Decisión,
along with a resource fair and a food truck!
☕️Café y Conchas Con Consejeros
Thurs, Sept 19th, 2024 ~ 9a.m. - 11a.m.
Student Services Plaza
Come chat with ECC Counselors while you enjoy some delicious Mexican pastry and coffee.
🎆The Social Justice Center's 2nd Anniversary Celebration
Thurs, Sept 19th, 2024 ~ 11a.m. - 3 p.m.
Student Services Plaza
Come join our celebration with a drum circle, dance lessons, art, and more!
✨Exploring Latinidad: Panel Discussion
Tue, Oct 1st, 2024 ~ 1:15p.m - 2:15p.m.
Social Justice Center
Come for an engaging panel discussion on Latinidad.
Some of the topics to be discussed include colorism, machismo, and mixed status family.
The panel will consist of ECC Faculty, Students, & Staff.
🃏Lotería Game Night
Wed, Oct 2nd, 2024 ~ 4:00p.m - 6:00p.m.
Social Justice Center
Lotería is a popular game across Mexico and Latinx communities. The art on these Lotería
cards are customized with some of ECC’s finest! Come find out if you or your program
will be featured. All are welcome to play and win prizes!
🎨Paint & Sip Aguas Frescas
Thurs, Oct 10th, 2024 ~ 1:00p.m - 3:00p.m
Social Justice Center
Come and spend some time in creativity, while enjoying aguas frescas (a light, refreshing drink made with water, sugar, and fruit)
Accommodations
If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, email socialjustice@elcamino.edu as soon as possible, but no later than seven days prior to the event.
Questions?
Email socialjustice@elcamino.edu.