The Center is a research institute dedicated to addressing American Indian issues and supporting Native communities.

The Center deepens understanding of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders towards a healthy, just, democratic and compassionate society.

The Center plays a pivotal role in the development of scholarly research for the U.S. Chicano-Latino population.

The Center seeks to provide a creative arena for the education and development of African Americans.

The Center promotes documentation and creative expression of diverse ethnic experiences through creating and teaching film and digital media.