Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
We are profoundly affected by the injustices happening every day in the world around us. We see it. We hear it. We feel it.
We are committed to supporting North Carolina’s communities of color, and all groups in North Carolina that are marginalized, based on:
Race
Gender Identity
Sexual Orientation
Age
Physical Ability
Language
Immigration Status
Ethnicity
We see your struggles for equity, inclusion, belonging, and justice.
Learning about how and what we can do better to build, support, and foster a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment within the scope of our mission, is the commitment we make to the victims/survivors we serve, including those victims/survivors further traumatized by racism, injustice, and inequality.
For these reasons, we will continuously strive to be a place where all staff members, all volunteers, and all victims/survivors feel safe, feel cared for, and feel heard.
We are committed to the following principles as we seek to be an organization driven by hope for a better present and future.
Safe Environment
We will work continuously to foster a nurturing and safe environment for staff, volunteers, and victims/survivors.
Open Conversations
We will remain willing to have open and nonjudgmental conversations with staff, volunteers, and victims/survivors.
Common Thread
We will conduct ongoing evaluations and make improvements regarding NCVAN outreach and service delivery practices and NCVAN training initiatives to ensure that inclusion, diversity, equity, and justice are a common thread woven into all we do.
Collaborate with Partners
We will work collaboratively with our community partners and allied professionals in pursuit of equity and justice by means of training, consultation, and technical assistance.
We offer specialized training on victim advocacy and response.
In addition to providing training through the Victim Service Practitioner Certification Academy, we recognize the importance of providing ongoing and advanced training to practitioners actively engaged in the work.
NCVAN is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, or any other legally protected status.
We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our mission and enhance our ability to serve our community effectively. Every individual associated with NCVAN, whether a member, volunteer, participant, or employee, is valued and respected.
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