DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion)

Tough Conversations with DEI- we held a Zoom Meeting on December 14th, 2023 with a panel that shared ways to bring DEI to our clubs. See information below to watch the zoom video.

DIVERSITY

People of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities regardless of their age, ethnicity, race, color, abilities, religion, socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

EQUITY

Carefully considering how to provide differing levels of support, opportunities, and resources so participants have a welcoming and productive experience.

INCLUSION

Creating experiences in which all people are welcomed, respected, and valued.

"We believe that exemplifying and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) should be a part of everything we do at Rotary."

Rotary's Commitment to DEI

Efforts Towards DEI (Video)

Improve Members Experience (Video)

D. 7210 DEI MISSION STATEMENT:

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee Rotary District 7210 promotes the recruitment and retention of currently underrepresented Rotarians by providing equal opportunities through a growth initiative for the district's benefit and the benefit of all. We believe that exemplifying and embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) should be a part of everything we do at Rotary.

D. 7210 DEI VISION STATEMENT:

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee serves as a resource for Rotary District 7210 Clubs and communities; through engendering a culture of acceptance, inclusion, innovation, and forward-thinking to expand Rotary fellowship and service. Clubs and members will be provided educational opportunities on the benefits and strategies to promote an environment of diversity, equity, and service-minded individuals by fostering our clubs to lead through the eyes of celebrating all different backgrounds.

updated: August 2022, D.7210 DEI Committee

CONTACT

COMMITTEE CHAIR: Elena Mosley, Elena@operationuniteny.org

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR WINTER '23-'24 DEI CALENDAR!

Check out DEI "Tough Conversations" with Beau Loendorf and panel. Click HERE to watch on YouTube.

Importance of Our Think Differently Committee

What makes us a great organization and brings us together is Rotary, an identity we all share. However, what makes us an even greater organization, are the identities we bring as Rotarians. Together when we think differently, to understand how our differences add value to our clubs, we become a catalyst for our communities- a more authentic representation of who we serve.
Rotary International is a global entity with over one million diverse members. When the organization proposed the creation of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committees, here in district 7210, we brought forward our “Think Differently” committee.
As a growth initiative, this committee focuses on the present and future of our clubs when thinking about DEI. We look forward to working with each club, and together we will "GROW Rotary."

Get Involved

Become a club DEI Rep

We are looking for each club to have a representative to update your club on tools, resources, and action steps your club can take to become more inclusive.

We do presentations!

Looking for a guest speaker at your next meeting? Let our DEI Think Differently committee come stop by.

Here is a copy of our first presentation, click HERE!

Rotary International DEI Statement

At Rotary, we understand that cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is essential to realizing our vision of a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change.

We value diversity and celebrate the contributions of people of all backgrounds, across age, ethnicity, race, color, disability, learning style, religion, faith, socioeconomic status, culture, marital status, languages spoken, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity as well as differences in ideas, thoughts, values, and beliefs.

Recognizing that individuals from certain groups have historically experienced barriers to membership, participation, and leadership, we commit to advancing equity in all aspects of Rotary, including in our community partnerships, so that each person has the necessary access to resources, opportunities, networks, and support to thrive.

We believe that all people hold visible and invisible qualities that inherently make them unique, and we strive to create an inclusive culture where each person knows they are valued and belong.

In line with our value of integrity, we are committed to being honest and transparent about where we are in our DEI journey as an organization, and to continuing to learn and do better.