Inclusion​

"You deserve a circle of inclusion and influence, but it’s up to you to create it.”

–George Washington (Writer, ‘The Story of My Life)

​

Equity​

“Equality is leaving the door open for anyone who has the means to approach it; equity is ensuring there is a pathway to that door for those who need it.”

–Caroline Belden (Writer, ‘The Inclusion Solution’)

​

Diversity

“We need to give each other the space to grow, to be ourselves, to exercise our diversity. We need to give each other space so that we may both give and receive such beautiful things as ideas, openness, dignity, joy, healing, and inclusion.”

–Max De Pree (Writer, ‘Leadership is an Art)

Unconscious Bias ​

“To know the true reality of yourself, you must be aware not only of your conscious thoughts but also of your unconscious prejudices, bias, and habits.”

–Unknown

​

Representation

“You can’t be what you can’t see.”

–Marian Wright Edelman (Founder of Children’s Defense Fund)

​

Belonging 

“We long to belong, and belonging and caring anchors our sense of place in the universe.”

–Patricia Churchland (Philosopher)