DIVERSITY: Psychological, physical, and social differences that occur among any and all individuals, including race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, socioeconomic status, education, marital status, language, age, gender, sexual orientation, mental or physical ability, and learning styles.
EQUITY: The intentional practice of identifying and dismantling unjust structures, policies, and practices that perpetuate systemic oppression based on but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity, language, disability, sexual orientation, economic status, and/or religion to establish corrective justice actions to realize students’ academic and social mobility goals.
INCLUSION: The actions of creating environments in which any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued to fully participate and bring their authentic self.
Source: . Achieving the Dream’s Equity Toolkit
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