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Core Values
Integrity - we are committed to doing the right thing, operating with honesty, admitting our faults and righting our own wrongs.
Transparency - we operate openly, we are honest with staff, we are accountable to and openly communicate with our fellow staff and clients.
Safety - we believe that the emotional and physical safety of our clients and staff are of the utmost importance.
We believe that people can change.
Community - we believe that addressing incidents of bias creates a healthier community for everyone, but especially for marginalized members. Our community is stronger when it is diverse.
Removing barriers - we understand that systemic oppression creates barriers to recovery and we are committed to using our collective voice to remove those barriers at Dawn Farm.
Context - we understand our clients and staff come to us with their own history, life experiences, and trauma and we are sensitive to their circumstances and respond with compassion.
Education - we are committed to actively continuing to educate ourselves, remaining open to feedback, and acknowledge that we don’t always know it all or have all the answers.
Teamwork and commonality - everyone on this committee has interests of the team at heart and we are all working together for the good of the team, and for the good of Dawn Farm.
Patience and steadfastness - we recognize that we are dealing with sensitive issues that require thoughtful response. We are committed to taking our time to thoroughly review all incidents of bias.
Diligence - We understand there is no set time frame for healing. We will be stalwart in pursuing change, even if change comes slowly.
Statement of Intent/Vision
It is the vision of the Equity Committee to identify, and remove, barriers to achieving an inclusive culture at Dawn Farm. The Equity Committee will work with staff members from all levels, and with clients in Dawn Farm programs to achieve a safe and inclusive place for employees and clients alike.
It is the duty of the members of the Equity Committee to respect the dignity of all staff and clients in accordance with the guiding principles of Dawn Farm. For that reason, the Committee will address specific concerns and incidents of discrimination expediently and confidentiality will be maintained. Our vision is to create a safe and inclusive space for staff and clients at Dawn Farm.
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