Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy

AIM Higher Inc. celebrates the unique perspective and experience of everyone affiliated with or benefiting from our mission. AIM Higher, Inc. is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all board members, staff, volunteers, and members feel valued regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation or identity, disability, education, or any other bias. The following practices are at the center of our daily work and are incorporated into our business practices along with treating all with dignity and respect:

+ We’re committed to being nondiscriminatory and providing equal opportunities for employment, volunteering, and advancement in all areas of our work.
+ We respect the value that diverse life experiences bring to our board and leadership and we strive to listen to their views and give them value.
+ We will strive to see diversity, inclusion, and equity in connection with our vision and mission for the benefit of those we serve.
+ We aim to recognize and address inequities in our policies, programs, and services.
+ We commit to advocating for systemic inequities that impact our work at the board level and address it according to this policy and in accordance with our mission.
+ We commit to challenging commonly accepted notions about what constitutes strong leadership within our organization.
+ We commit to being transparent about diversity in all our interactions.
+ We will dedicate our time and resources to expanding greater diversity within our board and leadership positions.
+ We commit to leading with respect and tolerance and we encourage all employees and volunteers to express this in their work within our organization.

Through our individual commitment to our art, we help each other grow as artists. Through our individual commitment to each other, we help each other grow as creative citizens of the world.