Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Where We Stand on Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity
North America is fortunate to have one of the most diverse populations in the world. Here, people of all races, religions, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and other protected classes contribute to the collective achievements of our nation and our universities. Kindness, compassion, empathy, dignity, and seeking to understand others in our community should be the basis of all of our interactions.
Accordingly, chapters of Acacia Fraternity are encouraged to seek out new brothers of all backgrounds. Our core belief that all good men who wish to dedicate themselves to Human Service are to be respected, accepted, and made to feel welcome in our fraternity. We strive to ensure that all guests should feel welcome at our events and work together towards the betterment of the communities in which we may reside.
Clarifying Points:
To guide our commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity, Acacia Fraternity has adopted the following definitions:
a. Inclusion is the intentional and active recognition where the inherent worth and dignity of all humans’ matter. Inclusivity promotes and sustains a sense of belonging; it values and actively practices respect and appreciation for the differences in talents, beliefs, abilities, backgrounds, and ways of living of everyone.
b. Equity is based on respect and dignity and centers around the fair access to resources for everyone. Addressing equity issues requires an understanding of the root causes of outcome disparities within our organization.
c. Diversity is the range of human identities and differences that comprise us as individuals, including but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic background, physical ability or attributes, cognitive abilities, religious or ethical values system, and political beliefs.