As the Port Dalhousie Lions Club continues to evolve and grow, as a club we felt it was important to formally live up to the sign on our door that states: “All Are Welcome”. While we have always strived to be inclusive in our events and community support, we haven’t been as good at growing our membership in the same way as our community has changed.
To that end, we are proud to formally adopt a new Diversity Statement outlining our commitment to growing our club in a way that celebrates our differences and welcomes new and diverse voices to our membership. It is truly our goal that whether as a member, a guest, or a member of our community, that “All Feel Welcome” in the safe space we are building at the Port Dalhousie Lions Club.
Port Dalhousie Lions Club Diversity Statement
The Port Dalhousie Lions Club is committed to inclusivity in our club and our community. We are committed to making everyone feel welcome whether as a guest at our events, or as a member of our club. Our club and membership commit to building our membership, serving our community, and conducing our business with the following principles of diversity:
- We commit to attracting a diverse membership that is inclusive of all segments of our community regardless of ethnicity, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexuality, or profession.
- We commit to valuing our individual differences with as much importance as our similarities.
- We commit to creating a respectful and inclusive space where everyone feels safe and welcome, both in our meetings and our community events and service.
- We commit to providing service to all members of our community by championing kindness and actively working to improve the lives of all people.