Our Values

The John Jay College of Criminal Justice Department of Latin American and Latinx Studies is a scholarly community committed to rigorous academic inquiry, fostering respectful and inclusive dialogue, and providing unwavering support to all, regardless of background, including race, religion, ethnicity, and political thought. We strongly oppose actions that dehumanize, demean, or disparage others. Our commitment extends to upholding the principles of human rights, and civil rights and liberties. At John Jay, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and diverse community and the Department steadfastly upholds these principles.