The Jacob Center has a strong awareness of and commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and justice work. We are continuously learning, discussing, and implementing DEI strategies and helping staff, leadership, board members, and our community understand the impact of intersecting marginalized identities on vulnerable community members…
DEI Goals:
- Improve internal policies, processes, and procedures.
- Continue to build an organization that is inclusive and diverse
- Enhance diversity in leadership and staff.
- Offer and enhance anti-oppressive training and education.
- Provide opportunities to listen to and value diverse community voices.
Jacob Center Values:
- We believe in promoting child, youth, and family voices.
- We believe there is strength in inclusion and diversity.
- We believe growth is rooted in connection and collaboration.
- We believe mental health care is a fundamental right.
- We believe every child deserves a safe and supportive home.
