Diversity: Diversity is recognizing and celebrating individuality and the many differences that people have.
Equity: We define Equity as an approach that ensures everyone access to the same opportunities. Equity recognizes that advantages and barriers exist. Equity is a process that begins by acknowledging that unequal starting place and makes a commitment to correct and address the imbalance.
(NYS Department of State)
Inclusion: Inclusion is a universal human right and its objective is to accept, welcome and embrace all people irrespective of race, gender, disability, medical or other need. Inclusion consists of the efforts and practices to ensure groups or individuals with different backgrounds are culturally and socially accepted, and treated equally.” (from Inclusion Action in Ontario)
Terms Often Associated with DEI
This list of terms is not exhaustive, as there are many other terms and identities that may apply. To keep the information clear and manageable, only a selection of terms has been included. We acknowledge and respect the diversity and complexity of experiences beyond what is listed here.
Accessibility means making sure everyone, no matter their abilities or experiences, can fully participate and have equal opportunities. It's about creating spaces and experiences that welcome and include everyone. Learn More
Digital Equity means a condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy, and economy. Digital equity is necessary for civic and cultural participation, employment, lifelong learning, and access to essential services. (National Digital Inclusion Alliance) More here
Digital Inclusion means making sure individuals and communities, including the most disadvantaged, have access to and use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). (National Digital Inclusion Alliance) More Here
Gender: One's innermost concept of self as male, female, a blend of both or neither – how individuals perceive themselves and what they call themselves. One's gender identity can be the same or different from their sex assigned at birth.(Human Rights Campaign) Find Out More
LGBTQIA+ is an acronym that brings together many different gender and sexual identities across society. The acronym stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, and the + holds space for the expanding and new understanding of different parts of the very diverse gender and sexual identities. (Princeton University’s Gender & Sexuality Center)
Neurodiversity encompasses differences in brain structure, chemistry, and functioning that result in cognitive, sensory perception, emotional, and mental health differences among people. (Alic, Margaret. "Neurodiversity." Gale Health and Wellness Online Collection, Gale, 2022. Gale Health and Wellness) More Information Here
Race/Ethnicity: Race is subjectively determined and based on physical characteristics that are commonly associated with a particular group of individuals. Ethnicity is commonly linked to cultural expression and identity. (Most Policy Initiative)
Sexuality: An inherent or immutable enduring emotional, romantic or sexual attraction to other people. An individual’s sexual orientation is independent of their gender identity. (Human Rights Campaign) Additional Resources
For a great discussion about the difference between "Equality" and "Equity", take a look at this Merriam-Webster page.
In the following video, Carin Taylor lays out an argument about how DEI includes everyone, and how "belonging" is an important goal of DEI.
Crafting is a special event designed to celebrate the creativity and talents of adults with disabilities. This gathering provides a welcoming space where participants can explore their artistic abilit…
Join us for a family story time in the Studio followed by a book themed craft and interactive stations! Miss Gabi will be joining us for a Bilingual Story Time!…
This monthly gathering offers children ages 5-10 with ADHD an opportunity to meet other children while engaging in fun activities and sharing their experiences. We will have a parent/educator present…
Join Ms. Edina in a sensory-friendly environment for tabletop games, arts and crafts, and more!…
Deaf History Month is a celebration that honors the rich heritage, culture, and contributions of the Deaf community throughout history. This presentation will explore key historical milestones, discus…
The best way to learn a new language is by using it! Join other ASL learners to practice fingerspelling, develop vocabulary, and converse in sign language. Participants must already be familiar with t…
Imagine a world where a woman couldn't buy a home, had no rights to her own children, and couldn't even cast a vote. This is the situation in the United States until the early 1900's, when a group of…
Mix and mingle and learn about the many great services out there for seniors! Join us at our annual Senior Fair where local organizations serving seniors will be on hand to answer questions and provid…
Story telling is an essential part of Haudenosaunee culture. It isn’t just about telling stories, it’s a positive way to teach the beliefs and values the Haudenosaunee hold. Through each story the lis…
Practice your ASL conversation skills in a relaxed environment.
For people with basic ASL conversation abilities and beyond.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a formal, sequential class.
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Crafting is a special event designed to celebrate the creativity and talents of adults with disabilities. This gathering provides a welcoming space where participants can explore their artistic abilit…
Join us for a family story time in the Studio followed by a book themed craft and interactive stations! Miss Gabi will be joining us for a Bilingual Story Time!…
Onondaga Historical Association's Bob Searing will talk about The National Convention of Colored Men that took place in Syracuse on October 4th, 1864.
Voices and Votes is a Museum on Main Street (MoM…
Join Ms. Edina in a sensory-friendly environment for tabletop games, arts and crafts, and more!…
Make some memories this Monday in May at Maker Club where we will make a few crafts to can take home. …
Join us for an exciting program where we’ll discover how democracy works in the Haudenosaunee nation and their influence on the democracy of the United States! By exploring symbols used by the Haudeno…
This monthly gathering offers children ages 5-10 with ADHD an opportunity to meet other children while engaging in fun activities and sharing their experiences. We will have a parent/educator present…
Join us for this visit to the Voices and Votes Exhibit located at the Ska Nonh Great Law of Peace Center.
Meet at 6680 Onondaga Parkway, Liverpool
Voices and Votes is a Museum on Main Street (MoMS) …
Practice your ASL conversation skills in a relaxed environment.
For people with basic ASL conversation abilities and beyond.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a formal, sequential class.
…
Join us as we explore a season through sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. Observing the world with our senses bolsters our cognitive function and mental health!
This program is intended for tho…
Join Ms. Edina in a sensory-friendly environment for tabletop games, arts and crafts, and more!…
Practice your ASL conversation skills in a relaxed environment.
For people with basic ASL conversation abilities and beyond.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a formal, sequential class.
…
Crafting is a special event designed to celebrate the creativity and talents of adults with disabilities. This gathering provides a welcoming space where participants can explore their artistic abilit…
Practice your ASL conversation skills in a relaxed environment.
For people with basic ASL conversation abilities and beyond.
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a formal, sequential class.
…
Join Ms. Edina in a sensory-friendly environment for tabletop games, arts and crafts, and more!…
This monthly gathering offers children ages 5-10 with ADHD an opportunity to meet other children while engaging in fun activities and sharing their experiences. We will have a parent/educator present…
Crafting is a special event designed to celebrate the creativity and talents of adults with disabilities. This gathering provides a welcoming space where participants can explore their artistic abilit…
Join us for a family story time in the Studio followed by a book themed craft! Miss Gabi will be joining us for a Bilingual Story Time!…
Join Ms. Edina in a sensory-friendly environment for tabletop games, arts and crafts, and more!…
Let's read together! Each month we will read one or more books out loud together. After reading, we will do a craft or activity based on the topic. This month we will read the book "The Mix-Up" by L…
Introducing Liverpool Public Library's Civics Hub! The Civics Hub is an interactive space designed to learn and engage with the library's quarterly civic topic.
In the lobby, library staff and volun…
Join us for this sensory-friendly film, Toy Story, in which a cowboy doll is profoundly threatened and jealous when a new spaceman action figure supplants him as the top toy in a boy's bedroom. The li…
Join us in exploring the world of nonfiction as it relates to the important topics of today. Each month we will choose a nonfiction title, read and discuss not only the book but also the deeper impac…
The 15th Ward was a section of the City of Syracuse that sat between downtown and the University Hill area. Much of the largely African-American neighborhood was destroyed to make way for the constru…
Join us in exploring the world of nonfiction as it relates to the important topics of today.
At this discussion we will read and discuss "Between the World and Me" by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Each month w…
Please take our 6-question survey about LPL's Civics Hub to help us understand what worked and we can do better!
