DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING COMMITTEE

 

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ACHCA values and seeks to advance and promote diverse and inclusive participation within the organization regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, or disability. 

This Committee aims to create a culture of inclusive leadership in the long-term care industry that supports the goals and development of the diversity of the people we care for and the staff who care for them. Its mission focused on Member Engagement and Program Development. 

 

April 2024
Diversity Calendar

4/2 – World Autism Awareness Day 

4/7 – World Health Day

4/9 – Eid-al-Fitr/End of Ramadan (Muslim)

4/12 – National Day of Silence (LGBTQ+)

4/22 – Passover begins (Jewish) Day

4/22 – Earth Day

4/24 – Administrative Professionals Day

4/28 – World Day for Safety and Health at Work

4/30 – Passover ends

Resources: https://www.diversityresources.com; Celebrate diversity; Schedule respectfully.

       

Submit Your Application for DEI Spotlight

ACHCA's DEI committee is committed to encouraging a culture that has a sense of belonging, is diverse,  and inclusive that inspires a positive work environment. We are enthusiastic to learn from the ACHCA members and spotlight initiatives within your communities.

To submit your initiative for selection in a 2025 ACHCA newsletter, please complete the form below no later than January 15.

https://forms.gle/1eosmKZuLg7TzXfp9

 

DEIB COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP

ACHCA members, if you have questions on how to GET INVOLVED, contact any committee member! 

Read the DEIB newsletter:

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April 2024 Observances:

  • Arab-American Heritage Month
  • Autism Awareness Month
  • Celebrate Diversity Month
  • Earth Month
  • National Child Abuse Prevention Month
  • National Volunteer Month

2021 Pulse Report: Organizational Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

A Roadmap for Ending Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

When did DE&I become a workplace concern? Here’s a look back on The History of Diversity and Inclusion Policies.