Building Inclusive Communities Copyright 2014 by The University

Building Inclusive Communities Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

What is an inclusive community? • A community that: • Promotes respect, equal treatment and opportunities • Eliminates all forms of discrimination • Engages all citizens in decision-making • Values diversity • Responds to racist and discriminating incidents Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

Why is building an inclusive community important? • Injustice should not be tolerated • Each citizen has the right to help make decisions • Diversity enriches our lives Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

When should you build an inclusive community? • Any time • Consider motivation because it affects: • • • Types and sequence of strategies selected Resources available Amount of support and obstruction Rate of progress Expected outcomes Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

How can an inclusive community be built? • • • Do your homework Engage influential leaders Work with community council Bring together different groups Create opportunities to share Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas

How can an inclusive community be built? (cont. ) • • • Identify and exchange assets Respect and transform conflicts Ensure institutional support Acknowledge and celebrate success Sustain relationships, strategies, and changes Copyright © 2014 by The University of Kansas