Inclusivity and Diversity Policy
Inclusivity and Diversity Policy
CHATHAM SOCCER CLUB ENCOURAGES
a) The participation of all interested individuals in all aspects of soccer in Ontario
b) The equal provision of opportunity and resources
c) An environment that is welcoming for any interested participant, whether as a player, coach, official, administrator, or spectator
CHATHAM SOCCER CLUB WILL
a) Ensure that the achievement of equal opportunities is a key consideration when developing, updating, or delivering club programs, policies, and projects
b) Ensure that the concerns and needs of all participants are identified, promoted, and supported
c) Ensure that Ontario Soccer’s governance structure encourages and promotes the full and equal participation of all participants
Minority Groups
Ensure that its programs and activities welcome a diverse range of participants
Decision- Making
Seek out opportunities to enhance diversity when recruiting for employment or volunteer positions within the organization
Communications
Ensure that a diverse range of participants are portrayed in promotional materials and official publications
Partnerships
Work collaboratively with project and event hosting partners to gain their support of our clubs priorities for diversity and inclusiveness, and will encourage these partners to implement plans, policies, activities, and communications that reflect these priorities
Ongoing Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity
Understand that the key to being a diverse organization is to be inclusive in all strategies, plans, and actions of our club whether they relate to technical programs, operations, business management, sponsorship, marketing, media, or communications. Chatham Soccer Club resolves to incorporate diversity concerns in its operations, activities, and partnerships on a continuing basis.
This policy has been adapted from the Canada Soccer Guide to Acessibility and Inclusion, and will be updated as required.