Module Two
Applying an Equity and Inclusion Lens in Your Organization
Learning Objectives
In this suite of modules, participants will:
Discuss key questions to ensure inclusion;
Explore ideas for collaboration and partnerships with community partners to build inclusive programming;
Learn how to eliminate barriers to ensure everyone benefits.
Resources
Practice: Cultural Humility with Chinese Progressive Association
Irresistible (formerly Healing Justice) Podcast , Kate Werning, 2019
Documentary: Cultural Humility – Vivian Chavez, 2012
A Framework for Inclusive Governance, From Exclusion to Inclusion
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) – Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
Adverse Childhood Experiences Report – Public Health Ontario 2020
Inclusion Lens: Event Management Tool
Reflection Questions:
What does it mean to feel included? What does it mean to experience a sense of belonging?
What do I know about the demographics of the communities that my practice serves? Is my client base representative of the demographics of the communities my practice serves? Why or why not?
How accessible is my practice?
a. Is my physical location accessible by multiple modes of transportation (car, walking, public transit?)
b. Are the materials I use to communicate my services? Have they been translated into multiple languages?
c. Is there a sliding scale pricing for services so that community members who are experiencing low income may access naturopathic oncology services?