Justice Watch Today | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) Policy
Justice Watch TodayDiversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) Policy
IntroductionAt Justice Watch Today, we are committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and advocates for justice within our organization and the communities we serve in Pennsylvania. Recognizing the strength that lies in diversity, we are dedicated to building a workplace and community outreach programs that reflect the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our state.
PurposeThe purpose of this DEIJ policy is to outline our commitment and approach to:
Watch Today believes that a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice is integral to our mission and enhances our ability to serve the community effectively. Through this policy, we pledge to work tirelessly towards a more equitable, inclusive, and just society.
IntroductionAt Justice Watch Today, we are committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and advocates for justice within our organization and the communities we serve in Pennsylvania. Recognizing the strength that lies in diversity, we are dedicated to building a workplace and community outreach programs that reflect the varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our state.
PurposeThe purpose of this DEIJ policy is to outline our commitment and approach to:
- Creating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees, volunteers, and the communities we engage with.
- Ensuring equitable access to opportunities and resources for all individuals, particularly those who have been historically underrepresented or marginalized.
- Actively working to identify, discuss, and challenge issues of race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, and other factors that can lead to exclusion or inequity, and to change systems that perpetuate injustice.
- Diversity: We value the diverse life experiences and perspectives of all individuals and are committed to building a diverse workforce and community presence. We strive to ensure that our board of directors, staff, volunteers, and program participants reflect the demographic diversity of Pennsylvania.
- Equity: We are committed to fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all individuals. Our policies and practices will be designed to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of some groups, ensuring that our programs and employment practices are equitable and fair.
- Inclusion: We pledge to create an environment where all individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive in our organization. This includes actively inviting the contribution and participation of all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or position within the organization.
- Justice: We dedicate ourselves to advocating for systemic change that leads to a more just and equitable society. This involves challenging injustice at all levels, including within our organization, the communities we serve, and the broader society.
- Training and Education: We will provide ongoing education and training opportunities for staff, volunteers, and board members to build understanding and support for DEIJ principles.
- Recruitment and Retention: Strategies will be implemented to attract, retain, and promote diverse talent at all levels of the organization.
- Community Engagement: Our programs and outreach efforts will be designed to engage diverse communities, ensuring their voices are heard and valued in our work.
- Accountability: We will establish clear metrics and goals for DEIJ and regularly evaluate our progress. This includes transparent reporting to our stakeholders.
Watch Today believes that a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice is integral to our mission and enhances our ability to serve the community effectively. Through this policy, we pledge to work tirelessly towards a more equitable, inclusive, and just society.