Equity & Inclusion Committee
The committee
A steering group to advise on our scope of work related to our core value of Community. It will create a set of guiding principles, define ‘Diversity’, ‘Equity’, and ‘Inclusion’ for our org (if those are the right words for us), and create mechanisms by which we can make good DEI related decisions org-wide. Once we determine areas of focus, steering committee members will have the opportunity to join and lead (with strong staff support) working groups consisting of other members of this greater committee.
Want to get involved or get updates about this work? Email Kristina Ciari at kristinac@mountaineers.org.
Resources
- Learn about Affinity Groups at the Mountaineers and read about our most recent group, MountainQueers in our magazine. Want to get involved? Find more info here.
- Microsoft has created a free eLesson in Unconcious Bias. Check it out!
- Need some tips on having a difficult conversation? Check out Vik Sahney's 2018 Leadership presentation "Through the Crux: Mastering Difficult Conversations".
- Check out Katja Hurt's "Moving Beyond Tolerance" guidance sheet.
FAQ
What is a land acknowledgement?
A land acknowledgement statement is usually made at the beginning of a gathering or special event as a sign of gratitude and respect toward the Indian Nation(s) on whose ancestral lands we recreate. It’s a simple, powerful way to show respect and affirmation, recognize the history of colonialism, acknowledge and address barriers to participation, and further our commitment to creating a more inclusive community. We hope to grow this practice within The Mountaineers, and encourage our leaders to incorporate land acknowledgement statements into courses, activities, and events. We want to do so in a way which is meaningful and respectful, and are working to create tools for our volunteer leaders to achieve these objectives. Learn more about the land you are on using the Native Land app and more about land acknowledgements here: https://usdac.us/nativeland/.
