Coalition for Diversity in California ARCHAEOLOGY (CDCA)

Coalition for Diversity in California Archaeology
CDCA@scahome.org

In 2020, the Coalition for Diversity in California Archaeology (CDCA) was launched to go beyond statements of solidarity with #BlackLivesMatter and calls for increased diversity in all aspects of life. CDCA puts SCA’s goals into action to embrace and commit to equity, justice, diversity, and inclusion of a diverse people reflected through membership, archaeological reporting, and community engagement. CDCA provides a venue for members to seek support and mentorship in the profession, advocate and work toward increasing diversity, visibility, and to discuss and address issues and challenges related to ethnicity and race in archaeological practice in California. 

CDCA is open to individuals who self-identify as people of color and/or LGBTQ+, and also to anyone who supports our goals. Since 2020, CDCA has made some good strides through SCA sessions, several virtual meetings, sponsored talks, and scholarships to students to attend the annual meetings.

CDCA CORE LEADERSHIP

Please reach out to us cdca@scahome.org if you would like to learn more about CDCA.