AM I READY?
Consider these questions to determine if Pathways is right for you.
The Pathways program is based on support and community. There is no assessment or criteria that excludes organizations based on where they are in this work. We have found Pathways is most effective if both the individual participants and the organization are committed to critically reflecting on their work and undertaking actionable change toward equity and access.
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- Commitment to Learning and Change: Am I prepared to invest the time and effort needed to engage in learning, reflection, and making meaningful changes toward more equitable practices in my work and organization?
- Participation in a Supportive Community: Am I open to being part of a community with diverse contexts and starting points in their equity and access work?
- Collaboration within Your Organization: Am I willing to collaborate with a partner from my organization to share knowledge, insights, and put our learning into practice together?
- Honest Self-Reflection: Am I ready to engage in honest self-reflection, examining my own beliefs, biases, and practices, while also thoughtfully assessing my organization and the broader sector?
Is my organization ready?
Pathways is about organizational change. Organization readiness involves considering both openness to change and willingness to engage in self-reflection.
- Openness: Is my organizational leadership genuinely open to embracing change and willing to examine and shift structures, processes, and attitudes to move toward more equitable practices?
We understand that not everyone in your organization may be on board with this work. You can do this without 100% support, but we have found it to be challenging and sometimes harmful for participants if there is internal conflict around equity and access. Unsure if your organization is ready? Connect with us at [email protected]
- Commitment to Participation: Are there two participants who are ready to work together and stay actively engaged in the Pathways program for the full year, supporting each other and following through on what they learn?
- Honest Conversations: Is my organization prepared to have honest, sometimes difficult, conversations about where the organization is now, how it impacts your community, and where you need to grow?
Code of Conduct
All participants are asked to engage as socially accountable community members. Above all, there will be zero tolerance for those who promote violence against others based on race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or diverse abilities. Anyone who incites harm towards other participants, facilitators, or team members will be removed from the program at the discretion of the Pathways team.
