The Harvard School of Public Health is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace community that is as diverse as the global community that we study and serve. As a member of our large and dynamic staff, you have the opportunity to connect with others who share and advocate for your interests, background, and characteristics. We believe that your well-being is enriched by the personal, social, and academic interests you choose to pursue outside your daily work. As a member of our HSPH community, you have virtually unlimited opportunities to follow your passions and to learn, grow, and connect with others. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, worshipping with others, learning to knit, or socializing with new friends, chances are, you can find what you’re looking for at Harvard.
The ABCD Committee
The ABCD Committee is an informal association of IT managers, programmers, researchers, students and faculty at Harvard and affiliated institutions. This committee meets monthly.
African-American
The Association of Black Faculty, Administrators and Fellows is open to all staff at Harvard. The group’s mission is advocacy on behalf of Harvard’s Black community of Harvard University, and it also provides a means of communication, interaction, and counseling.
Crimson Toastmasters Club
The Crimson Toastmasters Club is the way to become a better speaker. The Longwood Toastmasters meet at Harvard Medical School weekly; alternating between Mondays from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Wui Ip, Secretary.
East Asian Culture
Explore Chinese and Japanese culture through Harvard Neighbors' Special Interest Groups.
Harvard Neighbors
The volunteer group Harvard Neighbors helps both newcomers and more established members to become acquainted with one another, through a wide variety of activities including knitting and book groups, non-English language discussion groups, and outings to museums and recreational sites.
Harvard-Radcliffe Chorus
Since its inception in 1979, the Harvard-Radcliffe Chorus has included not just students, but also staff. Auditions are in September, with limited openings every January. Rehearsals are weekly, and performances are at the end of each semester.
Harvard Recreation's Club Program
Offering you the chance to get fit, have fun and meet others around campus who share your interests. There are more than two dozen clubs ranging from Akido to dance to juggling to ultimate Frisbee. Employees are welcome to join although clubs are generally student-run.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT)
All Harvard faculty and staff are welcome to join the Harvard Gay and Lesbian Caucus, which is open to students as well. Benefits of membership include access to the online membership database and participation in Harvard's large LGBT community. There are also several networking and support groups that focus on organizing LGBT faculty and staff and helping them feel comfortable in the workplace.
There are many additional LGBT networking groups at Harvard, generally directed at students but often welcoming to staff as well.
Parents and Families
Looking for a playgroup for your child? Both Harvard Students’ Spouses and Partners Association (HSSPA) and Harvard Neighbors sponsor weekly playgroups. Visit their Web pages for details.
Parents of children with special needs will find community, support, and a treasure of information through the Helping Children with Special Needs Together network, which also sponsors presentations by community experts.
Religion/Spirituality
The Harvard Chaplains nurture the spiritual and ethical lives of students, faculty and staff, and help them learn to listen to those who believe differently. Click here to find a listing of the many faith communities that meet at or near Harvard.
Spouses and Partners
Harvard Students’ Spouses and Partners Association (HSSPA) is open to the spouses and partners of all Harvard students, post-docs, faculty, and staff. Since 1896, HSSPA has provided a way to make friends and enjoy a sense of belonging within the Harvard community. HSSPA sponsors outings, social events, and playgroups.
Volunteering
Click here for a listing of Harvard affiliated and other volunteer opportunities.
Women
The Committee on Concerns of Women (CCW) is a university-wide group open to all female staff, administrators, faculty, students, and affiliates. The group serves as a network for women throughout the University and as a forum for women's issues and concerns. CCW generally sponsors bi-monthly luncheon programs during the academic year, with the goal of reflecting the interests of women at Harvard.
