THE WHITBY HISTORICAL SOCIETY:

• Aims to ensure that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are part of all organizational actions and decisions. We focus on creating an environment where individuals and their contributions from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives are welcome, respected, and valued.

• Expresses Diversity by attending to ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, language, education, ability, family status or socioeconomic status.

• Ensures Equity by considering people’s unique experiences and differing situations, enabling them to have access to resources and opportunities that are necessary for a positive experience.

• Creates an environment of Inclusion where people feel welcomed, respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging and engagement by removing barriers so that each person has equal access to opportunities and resources and can achieve their full potential.