About the Diversity Section

Our Mission

To be the primary forum for the enhancement and support of diversity in accounting education, research, and practice.

Value Propositions

Community

To create a diverse community of accounting students, faculty and practitioners

Diversity Research

To encourage and support research that will create awareness of diversity issues in accounting education and practice

Faculty Development

To enhance and support the professional development of all faculty members and doctoral students

Partnerships

To encourage and support collaboration among accounting students, faculty and practitioners to address diversity issues in the workplace

Infrastructure

To provide high quality, cost-effective services and support for the programs and activities of the Section

Shared Values

• Valuing diversity; respect for others
• Service to members and others
• Sense of community
• Innovation; willingness to change
• High ethical values and behavior
• Open communications
• Fairness