Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Policy

The following Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Policy can also be found in OUA Governance Policies.

Purpose

1. OUA is committed to encouraging Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in its administration, policies, programming, and events.

Definitions

2. "Equity" - the fair and respectful treatment of all individuals

3. "Diversity" - the demographic mix of a community

4. "Inclusion" - an environment where all individuals feel welcome, are treated respectfully, and are able to fully participate

Procedures

5. OUA will ensure equitable, diverse, and inclusive programs by:

a) Supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion
b) Ensuring that the achievement of equitable, diverse, and inclusive opportunities is a key consideration when developing, updating, or delivering OUA's programs and policies
c) Ensuring that individuals have no barriers to participation in OUA programming, training, and coaching/development opportunities
d) Fostering inclusive environments for all OUA members and participants
e) Dealing with any incidence of discriminatory behaviour according to OUA's Code of Conduct and Ethics and Policy on Member, Administrator, Participant, and Coach Discipline

Communications

6. OUA will ensure that promotional materials and official publications have equitable, diverse, and inclusive representation, and that gender-neutral language is used in all communications.

Ongoing Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

7. OUA understands that one key to being a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization is to incorporate the three principles in all strategies, plans, and actions of the organization, whether they relate to technical programs, operations, business management, sponsorship, marketing, media, or communications. OUA resolves to incorporate equity priorities in its own strategies, plans, actions, and operations on a continuing basis.

Evaluation

8. OUA will continually monitor and evaluate its equity, diversity, and inclusion progress.