Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policy

We believe our League is strengthened when all voices and communities are represented and welcomed. Our Committee supports the League's goals of increasing the diversity of membership by (1) Educating ourselves and members about racism, biases and barriers to inclusion. (2) Supporting partnerships with community based organizations with similar objectives. (3) Creating and attending events that deepen our understanding of DEIA. (4) Sponsoring a book/movie discussion group and (5) Working with the Board and Committees as they apply a DEIA lens to their work.

What is a DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) Lens?

"A DEI lens is a way of examining a program, a process, a product, etc with regards to how it is perceived by a variety of communities, voices, and perspectives, and what, if any, barriers may exist that are preventing it from being equitable or inclusive of everyone." What To Ask When Examining Your Work Through a DEI Lens? Learn more by clicking here: https://www.lwv.org/league-management/dei-resources/dei-lens