01/23/2024 - Regular - Inclusion Commission Update - Additional Docour 2024 annual report to Council
Our Origin Story
Who are we?
History of Inclusion Commission
2022: Researched DEI
Jan 2023: Presented Findings to Council
Video of this presentation can be viewed on
COPO’s YouTube page.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfzT6TEvsa8
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History of Inclusion Commission
Feb 2023: Council passed Resolution 020-23
Mar & Apr 2023: Brainstorming & Planning
May 2023: First IC Meeting
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Our Background
What is DEI? Why are we doing this?
Diversity
A group of people with different characteristics
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Equity
Changing processes and programs so outcomes are fair for all individuals
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Inclusion
Fostering a culture of welcome and belonging for each individual in your organization
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DEI? IDE? EID?
Which one is the foundation for the others?
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Inclusion!
Inclusion is essential for sustainable diversity.
Equity supports both inclusion and diversity.
Diversity is a result of efforts in Inclusion and Equity.
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Who:
DEI strategies aim to amplify
historically underrepresented, marginalized, or underestimated communities of people.
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In the U.S.
this includes:
Women
People of color
Minorities (sexual, religious)
Low socioeconomic status
Neurodiverse & Disabled
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The Problem
Disparity between who society was designed for versus who is living in it now.
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The Solution
Address at the workplace through a commitment to promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
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Our Focus: Inclusion
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Our Status
What have we been doing?
Our Members in 2023
Coordinator: Debbie Lund
Chair: Ian Smith
Vice Chair: Taylor Guyton
10 additional volunteer members
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Past Projects
Formed Commission
Created Charter
mission, vision, values, slogan, logo, ground rules, members, budget, etc.
Established Goals
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Mission
To foster a workplace culture of inclusion at the City of Port Orchard through education, promotions, and activities.
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Goal #1
Establish a culture of belonging where employees feel welcome and supported.
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Goal #2
Challenge City managers, directors, and other leaders to move from awareness to competency in matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Goal #3
Increase City employee knowledge about diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Goal #4
Understand and advocate for the diverse needs of City employees.
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Challenges
Limited Time
Unique Approach
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Current Projects
Discovering Baseline & Needs
Locating DEI Training
Forming Subcommittees
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THANK YOU!
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Questions?