Race, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Gándara's Center's Anti-Racism Statement
Inclusion
We strive to create an accessible and inclusive space where historically excluded voices are heard, valued, and celebrated, and where our staff, and persons-served feel safe and accepted. We actively seek and welcome diverse perspectives to enrich our discussions, decisions, and actions.
Education
We are dedicated to educating ourselves and others about the historical and current impacts of racism, particularly in behavioral health settings. We will model humility and commit to continuous learning to better understand the experiences of excluded communities and to further the goal sustained change.
Advocacy
We will use our platform and resources to advocate for policies and practices that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. We acknowledge the impact of systemic racism on behavioral health and will continue to prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all our activities.
Accountability
We hold ourselves accountable for our actions/inactions and will address any instances of racism within our organization. We will continuously collect information, assess and report our progress, and make necessary changes to ensure we remain aligned with our anti-racism values.
Collaboration
We recognize that combating racism requires collective action. We will actively collaborate with individuals, organizations, key stakeholders, governmental partners, and communities to create a more equitable behavioral healthcare system.
Equity
We believe that the equitable allocation of resources and opportunity is an essential pathway to dismantling entrenched systemic racism and discrimination. We commit to working with partners to promote the equitable allocation of resources to marginalized groups to address disparities and break down barriers is areas such as education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. We will provide opportunities for leadership, growth, and advancement.
Continuous Improvement
We understand that anti-racism is an ongoing journey. We are committed to continuously evolving our practices, policies, and behaviors to create a safe and inclusive environment where hateful or dehumanizing language, macroaggressions, oppressive behavior, and racism have no place. This includes a commitment that oppression in all forms will be recognized, named, and addressed in a timely manner.
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933 East Columbus Ave.
Springfield, MA 01105
413-296-6139