NABITA's 16th Annual Conference - Affinity & Community Group Interest Form

To foster a more inclusive conference environment, we are creating spaces for attendees to build community, forge connections, network, and exchange ideas in more informal settings. These spaces will be designed and led by attendees themselves, providing opportunities for groups to meet and discuss topics of shared interest, with the aim of establishing ongoing in-person and virtual connections. Group leaders will facilitate these discussions to ensure they are active, productive, inclusive, and informative. All conference attendees are encouraged to participate.

Affinity Groups offer a dedicated space for attendees who share common identities to connect with others who understand their lived experiences. This in-person opportunity is designed to:

Provide a supportive environment where attendees with shared identities can connect, uplift one another, and exchange insights on navigating institutions as members of systematically marginalized groups.
Create safe spaces where individuals can be their authentic selves without fear.
Empower attendees to organize and advocate for change within the BIT profession.

Please note that you do not need to possess a specific identity characteristic to join any group. All attendees are welcome to participate, including those who wish to join as allies.

Community Groups are resource groups aimed at helping professionals in the BIT field engage in peer-to-peer exchanges on current issues and ideas. This in-person opportunity is designed to:

Provide a forum for discussing challenges within the BIT field.
Facilitate networking opportunities, including job prospects.
Enhance peer support among professionals with similar roles.

These in-person opportunities will take place at our annual conference in Palm Beach, FL.

Please complete this survey by October 15 to help NABITA determine which groups should be offered at the conference.

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* 1. Please choose the three Affinity Groups that most appeal to you:

LGBTQ+ Affinity

Black/African American Affinity

Working Moms or Parents Affinity

Asian, Pacific Islander Affinity

Faith-Based Affinity

Latinx/Hispanic Affinity

People with Disabilities Affinity

Muslim Affinity

Young Professional (Under 35) Affinity

Hindu Affinity

Middle Eastern and North African Affinity

International Affinity

Jewish Affinity

Native American Affinity

Veteran or Military-Affiliated Affinity

Elder Professionals (60+) Affinity

N/A

Please list additional Affinity Groups if not listed above:

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* 2. Please choose the three Community Groups that most appeal to you:

First and Second-Year Professionals

Best Practices

BIT and Title IX

BIT Meetings

BIT Referrals

Burnout/Fatigue Among Staff

Case Management

Conduct and BIT

Confidence and BIT

Community Partnerships

Crisis Management

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)

Emergency BIT Meetings

Intersection of BIT & DEIB

Law Enforcement

Leadership

Response to Student Tragedy

Roleplay Scenarios of NABITA Tools

Running your First BIT Meeting

Structure/Organization of BIT Teams

Threat/Risk Assessment

Written Protocol

Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Professionals

Historically Black College or University (HBCU) Professionals

Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Professionals

Native American-Serving Non-Tribal Institution (NASNTI) Professionals

Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) Professionals

Religiously affiliated institution or system Professionals

Tribal College or University (TCU) Professionals

N/A

Please list additional Community Connection Groups if not listed above:

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* 3. These groups thrive thanks to the support of dedicated facilitators! Would you be interested in leading a group? As a token of appreciation, all facilitators will receive a $25 Visa gift card.

Yes

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