OUR DEIB COMMITMENT

At Collaborative Learning Solutions, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered. We strive to create a community of belonging that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve and to ensure that all voices are heard and celebrated.

DIVERSITY

We believe that diversity is a strength. We are dedicated to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that encompasses a wide range of abilities, identities, and backgrounds. By bringing together individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and ideas, we foster an environment of creativity and innovation.

EQUITY

Equity is about fairness and justice. We recognize that systemic barriers and biases have historically marginalized certain groups. We are committed to transparent policies and practices, ensuring that everyone has access to the same opportunities and resources.

INCLUSION

We seek open and honest communication with every staff member. We also ensure that everyone at CLS has a voice that is heard at all levels of the organization. Additionally, we are committed to fostering inclusive decision-making, ensuring that decisions are made by a diverse group rather than just a select few.

BELONGING

We strive to cultivate a culture where individuals can bring their authentic selves to work. This includes fostering open dialogue, encouraging collaboration, and promoting a sense of community. We believe that when people feel like they belong, they are more engaged, productive, and innovative.

TANGIBLE EXAMPLES

From our Leadership Team to our Administrative Staff, everyone at CLS is dedicated to championing DEIB initiatives and holding themselves accountable for progress. For us, this means:

All employees undergo Harassment and Discrimination Prevention training. This training raises our team’s awareness about workplace harassment and discrimination by explaining laws and demonstrating how to appropriately respond to misconduct.
All employees undergo DEIB training and Managing Bias training to ensure they are equipped to recognize and address biases, fostering a more inclusive and equitable work environment.
We support internal initiatives that foster personal growth. For instance, employees regularly read books and articles, and share about important topics such as DEIB and bias.
Our hiring practices have been redesigned to be more inclusive and free of biases. Learn more about our hiring process here.
We have an open-communication policy, under which staff are welcome to share concerns and give anonymous feedback to improve our practices.
We created a Climate and Culture team to examine internal policies and processes, with the goal of removing barriers and creating a safe and welcoming environment for all staff.
We support flexible working arrangements for our staff. This allows the organization to accommodate diverse needs and lifestyles.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are areas of continuous improvement for CLS. We continuously examine our systems and processes to create a healthier work environment for everyone.

We are convinced that this fundamental work will ultimately serve our mission of challenging the status quo in education and interrupting predictable outcomes for marginalized youth.