The primary objective of the DEI committee is to identify, review, share, and implement effective diversity and inclusion management programs and practices and recognize successful efforts of several groups. This involves assessing the current DEI climate, identifying areas of improvement and training, and implementing effective measures to foster diversity and inclusion and reviewing them periodically. The committee works to create synergy among faculty, staff, and student diversity management efforts. The committee's composition is dynamic but typically includes representatives from various stakeholder groups working towards different aspects of diversity such as administration, Women’s Forum, faculty, staff, and students. Committee members, who serve as ambassadors from several groups, will assess the needs and identify issues and opportunities of inclusion Institute-wide. It will work to ensure management commitment, leadership, and support. It will work to ensure shared accountability, encourage community engagement, and increase the visibility of DEI efforts at IIT Madras.
The DEI committee (2022-2023) includes the following members:
Dean (Administration)
IIT Madras
Dept. of Management Studies
IIT Madras
IIT Madras
Dept of Civil Engineering
IIT Madras
Chairperson (Women’s Forum)
Dept. of Civil
Engineering,IIT Madras
Department of Mechanical
Engineering,
Advisor
(Inclusive Education),
IIT Madras
Dept. of Metallurgical &
Materials Engineering
(SC/ST Liaison
Officer),
IIT
Madras
Dept. of Chemical Engineering
(OBC Liaison Officer),
IIT Madras
Dept. of Chemistry,
IIT Madras
(Faculty Association Nominee)
Central Workshop,
IIT Madras (Non-Academic
Staff Association
Nominee)
(Dean, Global
Engagement Nominee)
IIT Madras
(Speaker, Student Legislative
Council Nominee)
IIT Madras
(Vannam Nominee)
IIT Madras