Local Committee on Minority Affairs (CMA) Starter Kit Outline

1. Get the chair to approve the formation of the local CMA

2. Recruit members to gauge interest

3. Suggested events

a. Networking events

b. Mentoring programs

c. Programs targeting teachers

d. Career development events

e. Outreach for kindergarten through 12th grade

I. Kids in Chemistry

II. National Chemistry Week

III. Chemists Celebrate Earth Day

4. CMA Starter Mini-Grant

5. Recruit Stanley C. Israel Regional Award Nominations

6. ChemLuminary Awards