At CDC, we aspire to cultivate a sense of belonging in an environment where everyone is empowered to be themselves. In 2022, we signed the Nonprofit Partnership’s DEI Pledge and our leadership team embarked on a transformative journey with Tesha Nesbit, a valued Board Member, Certified Business Coach and Human Resource Development Professional, to ensure that we create an environment where all employees, students and their families feel heard, valued and supported. More specifically, our goal is to cultivate a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives, experiences and cultures.
We believe that we have a lot to learn from the children enrolled across our centers, who welcome their peers with open arms, regardless of variations in ability, race, ethnicity, family dynamic, morals, values or beliefs. The monthly sessions with Tesha facilitated open discussion, education and self-reflection, allowing us to collectively develop a comprehensive plan for driving inclusivity across all aspects of our organization.
This initiative is a testament to our ongoing commitment to promote equitable opportunities and to provide a safe and nurturing space for all to thrive. As we move forward, we will continue to integrate the valuable insights we gained throughout our training into practices, policies and all interactions, ensuring that our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our organizational culture.