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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEI&A) are core values that guide our work in defending democracy at the local, state (LWVNY), and national level (LWVUS).These principles are essential for building a truly representative democracy and must be woven into how we participate in and shape governance in our country.
That’s why we are committed to making the organizational changes needed to see our communities through the lens of DEI&A and to ensure that our engagement is both authentic and impactful.
In 2020, the League of Women Voters elevated DEI&A to the same level of importance as our long-standing commitment to nonpartisanship. This means that everything the League does—from advocacy to programming to organizational decision-making—must reflect these values.
Our Policy – This League is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging for all people. The League is an organization that respects and values the cultural richness of our community and our members. The collective sum of our individual differences and life experiences represents not only our culture, but our reputation and the organization’s mission and achievements as well. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be accepted within the League, including but not limited to race, socio-economic status, age, ability status, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, or marital status.