Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Overview
Our organization falls short of being diverse Rather than make excuses or rationalize why this is the case, we are channeling our energies into making North Park Trail Runners a diverse organization, one that fosters equity and inclusion.
Work in progress:
1. Expanding group-run locations which allows for greater accessibility to a wider range of people.
2. Outreach: creating and maintaining relationships with diverse individuals and organizations in the Pittsburgh area.
3. Collaboration: soliciting feedback and input from minorities and marginalized groups. Listen and learn. Ask questions.
4. Looking inwards by ensuring our existing group runs and events foster inclusivity. What can we do differently?
History / Milestones
June 2020: concept of D.E.I. committee was formed; participation from members was solicited.
July 2020: first committee meeting took place with participation of nearly 30 members.
September 2020: North Park Trail Runners hosted the workshop: "The Undercover Outsiders." The learning objectives were: 1) define the impact of discrimination on invisible minorities 2) formulate action plans for creating micro-cultures of inclusion.
September 2020 - present: North Park Trail Runners established their City Series Group Runs. The first run took place on the South Side. Subsequent runs have included locations such as Riverview Park, Emerald Park and Frick Park. Occurring at least twice monthly, the City Series Runs are aimed at reaching a broader and more diverse running community. . The trails of North Park are in the suburbs and not easily accessible to all. Runs are posted on our Facebook Page and our website Event Calendar.
November 27: #OptOutside Kids Hike in Riverview Park. This annual event has taken place in Hampton Township (north hills) for the past four years. The decisions to change locations to a city park is in support of an effort to make the event more accessible and inclusive to a wider demographic.
Ongoing: Committee Meetings take place the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Locations will vary; Zoom utilized based on weather.
If you would like to join our committee, have questions or comments, please contact Amy Nelson at Amy.NLSN@yahoo.com
Our organization falls short of being diverse Rather than make excuses or rationalize why this is the case, we are channeling our energies into making North Park Trail Runners a diverse organization, one that fosters equity and inclusion.
Work in progress:
1. Expanding group-run locations which allows for greater accessibility to a wider range of people.
2. Outreach: creating and maintaining relationships with diverse individuals and organizations in the Pittsburgh area.
3. Collaboration: soliciting feedback and input from minorities and marginalized groups. Listen and learn. Ask questions.
4. Looking inwards by ensuring our existing group runs and events foster inclusivity. What can we do differently?
History / Milestones
June 2020: concept of D.E.I. committee was formed; participation from members was solicited.
July 2020: first committee meeting took place with participation of nearly 30 members.
September 2020: North Park Trail Runners hosted the workshop: "The Undercover Outsiders." The learning objectives were: 1) define the impact of discrimination on invisible minorities 2) formulate action plans for creating micro-cultures of inclusion.
September 2020 - present: North Park Trail Runners established their City Series Group Runs. The first run took place on the South Side. Subsequent runs have included locations such as Riverview Park, Emerald Park and Frick Park. Occurring at least twice monthly, the City Series Runs are aimed at reaching a broader and more diverse running community. . The trails of North Park are in the suburbs and not easily accessible to all. Runs are posted on our Facebook Page and our website Event Calendar.
November 27: #OptOutside Kids Hike in Riverview Park. This annual event has taken place in Hampton Township (north hills) for the past four years. The decisions to change locations to a city park is in support of an effort to make the event more accessible and inclusive to a wider demographic.
Ongoing: Committee Meetings take place the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Locations will vary; Zoom utilized based on weather.
If you would like to join our committee, have questions or comments, please contact Amy Nelson at Amy.NLSN@yahoo.com
