Diversity Training

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Monday, June 5, 2006

Diversity Vision

It is our vision that everyone has access to, and participates in, an educational system where all people can achieve their full potential.

Diversity Mission

It is the mission of Lincoln University Cooperative Extension, working in partnership with the people of Missouri, to create opportunities so that extension becomes an organization fully committed to diversity, meeting the needs of all individuals and communities through research-based education and information.

Core Values

Our practices will reflect the following values:

          • Diversity:       Value all and reflect the broad diversity of Missouri.

          • Equity:           Maintain fair access and treatment for all.

          • Respect:       Honor one’s self and others -- demonstrating our   commitment to the full range of diversity in the world.

          • Integrity:     Behave ethically in our interactions and work practices.

          • Appreciation:      Recognize and cherish the unique and intrinsic  value of each person.

          • Inclusivity:            Create a climate where everyone is welcome in our organization and can become engaged in our work.

          • Social

            Responsibility:     Give voice to the voiceless and power to the powerless.

          • Broad-based      Provide cutting edge research and programming that is reflective      

            Research:           of diversity issues.

          • Pro-activity:        Lead state efforts in diversity through our words and deeds through understanding the demographics of a changing society.