Our Commitment

CMSA is committed to providing opportunities for all participants in a fun, safe and inclusive environment. Regardless of age, race, ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, disability, family or marital status and background, everyone belongs here. The association will continue ongoing work, learning and education to ensure that everyone feels welcome, accepted, and respected.

We look forward to sharing more details on our commitment and work around diversity, equity, and inclusion with our community this season.

Definitions

• Diversity it is about understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies.
• Equity means working toward fair outcomes for people or groups by treating them in ways that address their unique advantages or barriers.
• Inclusion is an outcome to ensure those that are diverse actually feel and/or are welcomed.  Inclusion outcomes are met when you, your institution, and your program are truly inviting to all.  To the degree to which diverse individuals are able to participate fully in the decision-making processes and development opportunities within an organization or group

Resources

As CMSA continues on our learning journey, we commit to sharing external educational resources with our membership:

• Diversity & Inclusion in Sport - KidSport's monthly discussion series
• What are personal pronouns and why do they matter? 
• Using Gender Inclusive Language 

• Importance of Indigenous Land Acknowledgements and Statement Guidance