Harvard-Westlake strives to be a diverse and inclusive community united by the joyful pursuit of educational excellence….

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential parts of educational excellence and data shows that it improves critical thinking and cognitive skills. To that end, the Harvard-Westlake Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to ensuring that every single member of the Harvard-Westlake community is celebrated, appreciated, and included. Harvard-Westlake’s DEI efforts are multifaceted and far-reaching, impacting students, alumni, faculty and staff, parents, and the greater Los Angeles area. We recognize that striving to be a diverse and inclusive community is an ever-evolving imperative that requires empathy, an open mind, and a willingness to engage in crucial and, at times, uncomfortable conversations.

DEI in Action

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Signature Events

Southern California Diversity Recruiting Fair 2024

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, Harvard-Westlake will host the annual Southern California Diversity Recruiting Fair.

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Southern California Diversity Recruiting Fair 2022
Pollyanna Conference 2023

This one-day conference takes an in-depth look at different DEI topics and the way they play out in our individual institutions.

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Pollyanna Conference
Student Leaders for Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (SLIDE) Leadership Development Program (LDP)

SLIDE LDP is a three-day/two-night residential program for students in grades 10-12 from all school types to gather for fellowship, leadership development, courageous conversations, and the creation of a sustainable action plan around topics of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging.

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Student Leaders for Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (SLIDE) Leadership Development Program (LDP)