Equity & Justice Committee
The Equity and Justice Committee ensures that equity and justice are embedded in the organization’s daily practices, communications, and decision-making. It partners with staff to advance strategic goals that remove barriers to inclusion and apply a values-based, equity-centered lens across all initiatives.
What does the Committee do?
The committee works alongside staff and board members to:
- Identify and remove barriers that may prevent people from participating in Birds Connect Seattle programs and activities.
- Advise on equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDI) and help develop organization-wide policies, goals, and strategies.
- Bring community perspectives to the table, with a focus on ensuring BIPOC and other historically marginalized communities are meaningfully included in decision-making.
- Support learning and growth through trainings and educational opportunities for learning and repair when challenges or missteps occur.
- Help strengthen our organization by providing guidance on building and retaining a diverse workforce and creating a culture where people feel valued and supported.
- Participate in EDI-related activities, including community outreach, facilitation, and special projects.
The committee meets monthly, as needed, and works with Birds Connect Seattle staff and board to advance equity and inclusion as an ongoing part of our organizational work.
Joining The Equity & Justice Committee
We are actively looking for community members who are interested in helping Birds Connect Seattle create a more equitable, inclusive, and welcoming community. No birding experience or higher education is required. We value diverse perspectives and are looking for people who are eager to share their experiences and help move this work forward.
Committee members should:
- Have a volunteer application on file with Birds Connect Seattle
- Submit a statement of interest sharing what excites you about this work. Written or multimedia submissions are welcome.
- Live within the Birds Connect Seattle service area
- Be available to participate in monthly committee meetings
- Make an initial one-year commitment
- Have proficiency in written and spoken English
We are currently accepting applications for joining the committee, please send inquiries to mari lopez gonzalez at:marialg@birdsconnectsea.org
Committee Charter
Learn more about the committee, including its mission, antiracism statement, purpose, and roles and responsibilities, in the Equity & Justice Committee Charter.
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