Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We pursue Biblical justice by seeking to restore wholeness, power, and belief in a bright future for our CORRAL youth. In order to do this work with compassion and conviction, we must break down barriers held up by historically exclusive systems. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion as inherent to our organizational values, we’re intentionally making space for positive outcomes and change.
Over 65 percent of the teens we serve are youth are of color. In order for these girls to thrive in our programs and beyond, it’s critical that they see themselves reflected, considered, and honored in our larger community. When our youth of color feel like they have a place and voice at CORRAL, they are more likely to graduate from the program and see positive outcomes in their next chapter.
We've taken the following steps forward:
- Conducted an organization-wide survey to assess our organizational blindspots and assets.
- Created a two-year plan to address critical areas to further this work and set specific diversity goals.
- Invested in staff training and professional development in Racial Equity Training (REI) and DEI.
- Engaged and invested in a specialized consultant to support DEI hiring practices.
