Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Get Involved!

DEI Chairperson needed!  Take the DEI survey!  Join the DEI Roundtable! 

 LWV ABC seeks a Chair for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Committee
 
In April 2021, LWV ABC membership added a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) to our bylaws in keeping with the updated LWVUS bylaws.  Following our annual membership meeting, the LWV ABC Board created a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.  (See Duties of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee in our online Member Handbook). 
 
The LWV ABC Board appointed new member Shalonda Gordon as DEI chair.  Shalonda brought a wealth of DEI experience and training to the position.  Unfortunately for us, but fortunately for Shalonda, she was offered a great career opportunity in North Carolina in August and has since moved to there.
 
Therefore,  LWV ABC is seeking a new chair for our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee.  If you are interested in chairing this vital committee or want more information about this opportunity, send an email to lwvabc@gmail.com. 

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DEI Membership Survey (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)
 
Prior to her move to North Carolina, Shalonda had begun work on a DEI survey.  DEI surveys help organizations benchmark the current status of DEI within the organization and develop a DEI program.
 
Please complete our DEI survey at https://forms.gle/mEgAYk8C5HmfFVHR6
 
 
DEI Roundtable (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion)
 
Membership Chair Pat Kennedy has begun attending the DEI Roundtable sponsored by LWV Crystal New Hope East Plymouth Robbinsdale (CNHEPR) on the 3rd Monday of every month at 6:30pm.  The meeting is open to all LWV members to start the conversation about what it means to implement a DEI policy and how to turn those words into action. The purpose of the roundtable is to have a candid conversation in order to exchange ideas, talk about what has worked in reaching underserved communities, discuss the challenges, and even get some ideas for "homework".  If you are interested in attending the DEI roundtable, please contact Michelle Jayne at lwvcnhepr@lwvmn.org.  ​

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