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Jovonna Jones, assistant professor at Boston College, speaks during The Annual Bell Hooks Symposium

Advancing gender and racial justice

To advance gender and racial justice through research, programs and partnerships that challenge systemic inequality and that facilitate the full inclusion of women, gender non-binary individuals, and BIPOC and other historically marginalized communities.

Dynamic Multigenerational Approach

The Mills Institute works with scholars, students, alumni, and community and industry leaders at all life stages. This dynamic multigenerational approach facilitates inclusion and equity through new research, greater educational access, lifelong learning and leadership and career advancement for marginalized populations

Global Leadership Innovation Lab (researchers, students, employers, professionals): Circular diagram showing progression through Pre-College to College to Career Entry to Professional Development to Executive Education
Two students with books and laptop study on the grass behind Mills Hall in Oakland, California