Jedi Statement

JEDI = Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.  

We are committed to anti-racism and anti-racist education, and to publishing practices that are culturally responsive. 

As an organization committed to encouraging youth in their creative expression, personal growth, and academic success, Chapter 510 recognizes the importance of diversity at all levels and in all aspects of our work. In order to build and maintain the safe, supportive environment in which great leaps of learning occur, we commit to inclusion. This means inclusion when it comes to our volunteer base, our Chapter 510 staff and board, our relationships with parents, teachers, schools, and (most importantly) when it comes to our students.

We understand that fostering a truly inclusive community is an ongoing process, and that there is no endpoint to this discussion and work. We value and encourage feedback from our community, and strive to be transparent and proactive in making this statement not only a living document, but one that inspires continual action and movement. By adopting this JEDI statement, the staff and board members of Chapter 510 pledge to ourselves and to each other that we will uphold these values. Together we make an active commitment to the vibrancy of a diverse Chapter 510 network, now and into the future.