Statement of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
United Way of Jasper County strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion, reflecting the many faces, cultures and walks of life that proudly make up our communities. We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are.
We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our communities.
To value diversity is to respect and appreciate race, religion, skin color, gender, nationality, language differences, cultural differences, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical, mental and development abilities or disabilities, age, socioeconomic status, work and behavior styles, parental status and the perspectives of each individual, as shaped by their nation, culture and experiences.
To be inclusive is to leverage diversity by bringing together unique individuals and organizations to collectively impact the issues that face our communities.
To be a diverse and inclusive system is fundamental to achieving our mission and goals in education, income and health and is at the heart of what it means to live united.
To achieve a strong, equitable community where everyone is empowered to succeed, we must address existing structural and systemic inequities in our communities through a human-centered approach.
We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our communities.
To value diversity is to respect and appreciate race, religion, skin color, gender, nationality, language differences, cultural differences, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical, mental and development abilities or disabilities, age, socioeconomic status, work and behavior styles, parental status and the perspectives of each individual, as shaped by their nation, culture and experiences.
To be inclusive is to leverage diversity by bringing together unique individuals and organizations to collectively impact the issues that face our communities.
To be a diverse and inclusive system is fundamental to achieving our mission and goals in education, income and health and is at the heart of what it means to live united.
To achieve a strong, equitable community where everyone is empowered to succeed, we must address existing structural and systemic inequities in our communities through a human-centered approach.
Anti-Racism & Ethnic Discrimination
United Way of Jasper County recognizes structural racism, ethnic discrimination, and other forms of oppression have contributed to the persistent disparities United Way seeks to dismantle.
UWJC understands that these disparities have existed in the past and persist into the present.
UWJC acknowledges that these inequities are the result of policies and practices that work to marginalize entire populations of people.
UWJC unequivocally denounces racism and ethnic discrimination because they undermine the well-being and vitality of all communities.
UWJC strives to engage community members and elevate the voices of those who have traditionally been marginalized.
UWJC works with residents and public and private partners to co-create solutions that ensure everyone has the resources, support, opportunities, and networks they need to thrive.
UWJC commits to leveraging all our assets – convening, strategic investments, awareness building, and advocacy – to create more equitable communities.
UWJC understands that these disparities have existed in the past and persist into the present.
UWJC acknowledges that these inequities are the result of policies and practices that work to marginalize entire populations of people.
UWJC unequivocally denounces racism and ethnic discrimination because they undermine the well-being and vitality of all communities.
UWJC strives to engage community members and elevate the voices of those who have traditionally been marginalized.
UWJC works with residents and public and private partners to co-create solutions that ensure everyone has the resources, support, opportunities, and networks they need to thrive.
UWJC commits to leveraging all our assets – convening, strategic investments, awareness building, and advocacy – to create more equitable communities.
Hiring: Equal Opportunity & Discrimination Statement
United Way of Jasper County is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff and an inclusive workplace that values and practices equity, fostering a sense of belonging for all. We welcome applications from immigrants, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ applicants, and people with lived experience in poverty.
United Way of Jasper County is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, and not on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
United Way of Jasper County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will not discriminate against any qualified staff member or job applicant with respect to application procedures, hiring, discharge or any other terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person’s physical or mental disability. Reasonable accommodations can be made for a qualified disabled individual, provided that the individual is qualified to safely perform the essential duties of their job and provided that the accommodation does not impose an undue hardship on the United Way.
United Way of Jasper County is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, and not on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
United Way of Jasper County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will not discriminate against any qualified staff member or job applicant with respect to application procedures, hiring, discharge or any other terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person’s physical or mental disability. Reasonable accommodations can be made for a qualified disabled individual, provided that the individual is qualified to safely perform the essential duties of their job and provided that the accommodation does not impose an undue hardship on the United Way.