At Nurture the Next, we believe that every individual regardless of their background or identity deserves equal opportunities and respect. Our mission is to empower and support families to create a nurturing environment that fosters children's holistic development. Our vision is to create a world where all children can thrive and reach their full potential. We acknowledge that achieving our mission and vision requires a commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA).

We recognize that marginalized communities are most harmed by inequitable practices, and we are committed to ensuring that IDEA principles are at the core of our organization. To achieve this, we pledge to:

Foster a culture of respect and inclusion

We will strive to create a welcoming and safe environment for everyone, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, or socio-economic status. We will listen to and value the perspectives and experiences of people from diverse backgrounds.

Promote diversity and equity in our programs and services

We will ensure that our programs and services are accessible, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We will work to remove barriers that prevent marginalized individuals and families from accessing our services. We will seek out and collaborate with diverse partners to achieve our shared goals.

Continuously evaluate and improve our IDEA practices

We understand that IDEA work is an ongoing process and never finished. We will regularly assess our practices and policies to identify areas for improvement. We will hold ourselves accountable for creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible organization.

We acknowledge that we have much to learn and improve in our IDEA practices, and we are committed to doing the work. We recognize that it is our responsibility to listen, learn, and take action to ensure that we create a world where all children can thrive.