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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Whitfield's Statement on Equity & Inclusion

At Whitfield School, we believe that valuing our differences helps us grow as individuals and strengthens our community as a whole. This belief guides our actions with regard to thought, choice, policy, practice, and behavior. As a community, we commit to a culture of active engagement in matters of equity and inclusion, with the goal of developing mindful individuals who participate in an increasingly complex and pluralistic world.

PRIORITIES FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Council, composed of administrators, faculty, staff, and students, meets monthly to set and track progress on strategic diversity, equity, and inclusion related priorities. This group was established Summer 2022 out of the Board of Trustees commissioned Task Force (2015). The DEI Council has identified five priorities for activating Whitfield’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These priorities each include short-term, mid-range, and long-term objectives and action items, many of which build upon previous and ongoing work in this area. Setting these specific action items allows for us to better hold ourselves accountable for making impactful change. The DEI council commits to regular communication on the progress we are making. 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION PROGRAMS

Our Community by the Numbers

 

38%

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Students of Color

11% 

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Faculty of Color

2% 

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International Students

60

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Zip codes represented by current students