Association of Fraternity Advisors Statement on Diversity

Resolution on Heterosexism Within the Greek Community

Whereas, an understanding and appreciation of the diversity of peoples of the campus and world community is one of the goals of the student development co-curriculum on the college campus; and

Whereas, the Greek community is a vital part of the student development co-curriculum and is maintained to promote and engage students in an ongoing process of personal and group development; and

Whereas, heterosexism, defined as behavior which makes individuals the target of oppression, harassment, or discrimination based upon their homosexual or bisexual orientation, is directly counter to the ideals of the educational experience and must not be tolerated or permitted; now therefore

Be it resolved, that the Association of Fraternity Advisors strongly encourages the campus Greek Affairs professional to implement sexual orientation awareness, education, and sensitivity programs for the Greek community; and

Be it further resolved, that the campus Greek Affairs professional, or the appropriate authority, be strongly encouraged to challenge Greek chapter or member behaviors or attitudes which are heterosexist in nature; and,

Be it further resolved, that each men’s and women’s fraternity and sorority be strongly encouraged to implement sexual orientation awareness, education, and sensitivity programs on all membership levels and to develop appropriate responses to heterosexist behaviors; and

Be it further resolved, that all Association members and an executive office officer of general fraternity and sorority be made aware of this resolution.

Adopted December 1, 1990 at the Annual Business Meeting, Association of Fraternity Advisors