Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan

 The Town of Digby Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan

Commitment:

The Town of Digby Council is dedicated to fostering Equity, Diversity and Inclusion by creating meaningful opportunites that ensure all individuals feel valued, respected and included.

Background:

In 2022, the Province of Nova Scotia passed the Dismantling Racism and Hate Act, which outlines the provincial government's strategy for addressing systemic racism, hate and inequity. Recognizing the vital role that municipalities and villages play in this work, the province’s Equity and Anti-Racism Strategy identified municipalities and villages as the first public sector bodies required to develop equity and anti-racism plans.The Act mandates that municipalities establish a process to identify specific actions that promote equity and combat racism, with a focus on addressing the needs of underrepresented and underserved communities.

Key Objectives:

Education and Training - Council and staff to receive ongoing training.

Collaboration - Continue to build and strengthen community relationships.

Communication - Creating an expansive and comprehensive communication plan.

Internal Policies - Review and ensure all policies incorporate diverse perspectives and voices

Next Steps?

This plan will continue to grow and adapt based on feedback from the community. The Town of Digby is committed to tracking progress through regular evaluations and ongoing conversations with residents. All concerns and comments will be documented and used to inform updates to the plan, which will be reviewed every three years.  Our goal is to foster a community where everyone feels welcomed, respected and empowered to thrive.  Together, we can make the Town of Digby a more inclusive and supportive place for all.  If you’d like to share your feedback or speak with the Equity & Anti-Racism Coordinator, please refer to the contact information below:

Leslie Brinton

Equity and Anti-Racism Coordinator

902.245.4769