Champions of Caring Connections is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees, volunteers, and community partners invest in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture but our reputation and achievement as well.

Our Commitment:
At Champions of Caring Connections, we respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. We are committed to promoting a culture where every individual feels empowered to bring their whole self to their work and contribute to advocating for and supporting the unhoused by providing essential services.

Diversity Policy Statement:
Champions of Caring Connections embrace and encourage the diversity of our workforce, including but not limited to diversity in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees, volunteers, and community partners unique.

Equity:
Champions of Caring Connections strive to ensure fairness and justice in all our organizational policies and practices. We work to eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of all individuals, particularly those who have been historically underrepresented and underserved.

Inclusion:
Champions of Caring Connections is committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We actively seek to create spaces and opportunities for the voices of marginalized and underrepresented groups to be heard and included in the decision-making processes.

Education & Training:
Provide ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion training and education for all employees, volunteers, and board members to promote understanding and awareness of these values.

Community Engagement:
Foster strong relationships with diverse communities, understanding and addressing the unique needs and challenges of the populations we serve, particularly the unhoused community in Compton, CA.

Policy & Practice Review:
Regularly review our organizational policies, practices, and procedures to ensure they reflect our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, making necessary adjustments to align with best practices and legal requirements.

Reporting and Resolution:
We encourage open dialogue and transparency in addressing any concerns related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Employees, volunteers, and community members are encouraged to report any incidents or practices that they believe are inconsistent with this policy. All reports will be taken seriously and addressed promptly and appropriately.

Conclusion:
Champions of Caring Connections is dedicated to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we enhance our ability to achieve our mission and better serve the unhoused community in Compton, CA.