ACHRO Membership Committees play a vital role in advancing the mission and impact of the organization. Through focused collaboration, committees extend ACHRO’s reach, strengthen its effectiveness, and support the development of meaningful initiatives that benefit members and the broader community. Participation in a committee provides members with valuable opportunities to contribute their expertise, influence key priorities, and engage more deeply with ACHRO’s work. Together, these committees foster innovation, promote shared leadership, and ensure the continued growth and success of the organization.
Committee is responsible for providing regular reporting of ACHRO/EEO news, committee work, and events to the membership at least every other month. This committee also leads communication efforts in various modalities (including the development of an ACHRO newsletter, mini-bulletins, and sharing scholarly and HR practitioner articles, etc.). They work in collaboration with the Website and Technology Committee in the updating and maintenance of the ACHRO/EEO website, recommending changes or updates, as needed, to the Executive Committee. Committee members may present a session related to Communications at the annual conference, as well as provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings. This committee is also responsible for the creation and management of social media for ACHRO/EEO.
Committee is responsible for creating, designing, and coordinating the annual ACHRO Conference. They work collaboratively with members of the Executive Board. Committee members may present a session related to the logistics of the annual conference, as well as provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings. Committee may convene an ACHRO Conference Workshop at the conclusion of the conference, and planning committee members are strongly encouraged to attend.
Committee is responsible for coordinating and designing an award recognizing exemplary DEI service, with a focus on advancing and strengthening DEI practices across college campuses. They work collaboratively across various organizational structures and cultures to maximize opportunities for intentional and innovative approaches that advance DEI throughout ACHRO. This committee is also responsible for developing criteria that effectively demonstrate achievement in DEI areas, including meaningful, change-driven institutional and employee-centered enhancements, professional development, community service, selection and recruitment practices, and the creation of opportunities that support students, employees, and community members who are historically underserved. Committee members may present a session related to the DEIA Award or annual conference, may be requested to present the DEIA Award at the annual conference, and provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings.
Committee is responsible for coordinating the leadership training programs offered by ACHRO/EEO in collaboration with the Executive Committee. They attend training meetings, recruit participants, review and assist with content as needed, evaluate program feedback, and support overall program success. This committee works collaboratively in coordinating both the HR Administration Academy and the Emerging CHRO Program. Committee members may present a session related to HR Academies at the annual conference and provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings.
Committee serves as a resource and bridge to the CCLC Legislative Committee and collaborates with other Title IX committees at both the state and national levels. They support the distribution of information to the ACHRO/EEO membership on pending legislation, advocacy efforts, and Title IX regulatory updates. Membership of this committee represents the perspective of ACHRO/EEO on legislative and advocacy matters. Committee members may present a session related to legislation, advocacy, or Title IX at the annual conference and provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings.
Committee is responsible for designing and providing mentor/mentee opportunities that support professional growth and advancement. They develop and maintain a structured, yet flexible, learner-centered Mentorship Program that recognizes the diverse professional development needs of participants. The program is designed to provide meaningful learning experiences that align with individual professional and career goals, with a strong emphasis on succession planning. Committee members may present a session related to the mentorship program at the annual conference and provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings.
Committee is responsible for providing regular reporting of ACHRO/EEO news in the areas of technology and website design. They oversee the maintenance of the ACHRO/EEO website and recommend changes or updates, as needed, to the Executive Committee in collaboration with the Communications Committee. Committee members may present a session related to website updates and technology at the annual conference and provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings.
Committee is responsible for creating, designing, and implementing ACHRO Town Halls, which serve as open forums and discussion spaces for community college human resources professionals. These Town Halls provide opportunities for learning, resource sharing, and productive dialogue on a wide range of complex issues within the field of human resources. They are designed to model thoughtful, honest conversations, encourage self-reflection, and promote understanding of diverse experiences and perspectives.
The committee develops learning opportunities that reflect the breadth of human resources roles and functions, including managers, confidential and classified staff, HR practitioners, professional development leaders, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility practitioners. ACHRO Town Halls also serve to build community and strengthen networking opportunities among human resources professionals across California.
Town Halls are led by regional representatives from Bay 10, Central 14, North 14, and Southern 30. The committee works closely with the ACHRO Conference Planning Committee to develop collaborative training opportunities whenever possible. Committee members may present a session related to ACHRO Town Halls at the annual conference and provide updates during the monthly Board of Directors meetings.