Established: 1990
Purpose: To advocate for a more inclusive profession by representing the interest and concerns of minority historians; to foster an inclusive scholarship that challenges and transforms the practice of history, both substantively and methodologically; to work with other committees within the Association and to support the Association’s outreach to public history organizations and K–12 teachers.
Membership: 5 members, including one graduate student or early career professional. Committee meets twice a year by teleconference with members serving a minimum of three years. New members will be added on a staggered yearly basis.
Assignment to Division: Reports on its work to the Council, works with appropriate divisions and committees on specific issues.