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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusions

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity

"Cultivating and conserving diversity is no luxury in our times: it is a survival imperative”
~Vandana Shiva
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Just as biodiversity strengthens natural systems, the diversity of human experience strengthens our efforts to create socially and ecologically healthy communities. CEI is committed to prioritizing and honoring human diversity, ensuring inclusion and working towards equity in all we do. ​We are dedicated to creating a professional and programmatic environment free from any kind of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, national or ethnic origin, or veteran status. Through our Community Ecology Center at Freetown Farm, we are committed to creating a community space that is inclusive, open, and safe for all people. Our farm is located on land that was part of the Underground Railroad within what is now the community of Columbia, which was built to be “a garden for growing people where anyone — whatever their race, wealth or religious beliefs — could reach their full potential”. We are working to help make this vision a reality and create resources that help other communities to do the same. 

In recognition of the acute nature of the racial injustices occurring in our country, CEI joins the call for a more equitable, inclusive, peaceful and just future that reaffirms dignity and ensures safety for everyone. The following resources facilitate listening, learning, communication, and effective action towards racial justice. 
On Being Anti-Racist
  • First Listen, Then Learn: Anti-Racism Resources for White People
  • Anti-Racism Resources Google Doc 
​On Teaching and Talking To Kids about Race
  • Your Kids Aren't Too Young to Talk about Race: Resource Roundup
  • 10 Tips For Teaching and Talking to Kids about Race 
On Supporting Co-workers from Underrepresented Groups
  • 5 Things Allies Can Do To Sponsor Coworkers From Underrepresented Groups 
  • It's Time to Stop Talking About Diversity and Start Talking about Race at Work 
​On what COVID-19 is Teaching Us About Racism and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • COVID-19 Puts Structural Racism on Full Display 
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: What the Coronavirus Teaches and How We Must Respond 
On Environmental Racism and Justice and Climate Change
  • Environmental Justice and Environmental Racism
  • Black Environmentalists Talk about Climate and Anti-Racism ​
  • Public Health Resources for Understanding Environmental Racism
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  • Who We Are
    • Annual Reports
    • Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity
    • Team Members
    • Board of Directors >
      • Advisory Committee
    • Our Partners
    • Press
  • Our Initiatives
    • Nourishing Gardens >
      • Nourishing Gardens Training Program
      • Nourishing Gardens Workshops and Events
      • Nourishing Gardens Fun Activities
      • Nourishing Gardens School Gardens
      • Special Offers
      • Nourishing Gardens FAQs
    • CFIN >
      • About
      • Memberships
      • FAQ
    • Roots & Wings Learning Community >
      • Roots & Wings Programs >
        • 2022/2023 Program Year
      • Roots & Wings Instructors
    • Community Ecology Center >
      • CEC Team
      • Agriculture
      • Environment
      • Education
      • Health
      • Heritage
    • Walkable Watershed
    • Transition HoCo >
      • Maker Space
      • Repair Care
  • Freetown Farm
    • Farm Fresh Food
    • Farm History
    • Farm Founders
  • Volunteer
    • Internships
  • Donate
    • Barnraiser >
      • Naming Sponsors
    • Goods and services
  • Connect
    • Job Openings
    • Resources
    • Contact Us
  • Blog