Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Plan

Mission: Create a more pedestrian-, bicyclist- and transit-friendly San Gabriel Valley (SGV).
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BikeSGV believes a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to achieve our mission.

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BikeSGV is committed to the communities we serve, particularly low-income communities of color in the San Gabriel Valley disproportionately impacted by environmental injustices (ie: air pollution, unsafe streets, etc.) and health disparities (ie: high rates of childhood obesity, diabetes, etc.). The San Gabriel Valley consists of 47 unique neighborhoods (source: LA Times) and it is the largest majority Latina/o and Asian American region in the U.S., approximately 45% Latina/o, and 28% Asian, as of 2010 (source: Tropics of Meta). 

People of color share similar barriers with other historically marginalized groups such as people with low incomes, people with disabilities, LGBTQ communities, womyn, older adults and young people. People of color tend to experience social, economic, and health barriers more deeply due to institutional racism. By addressing the barriers experienced by people of color, we will also identify solutions and remove barriers for other disadvantaged groups. BikeSGV recognizes the intersectionality of marginalized identities and to achieve social justice, issues must be addressed holistically. 

BikeSGV staff, board members, and volunteers celebrating at the 2016 Luminarias Awards Night.

Students learning bike safety skills at a City Cycling Class at Cleminson Elementary School in El Monte, CA.

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​​The San Gabriel Valley is stronger through the creation of quality jobs, living wages, employment mobility, a strong economy, clean water and air, accessible parks, stable and affordable housing, safe and efficient transportation, and a healthy built environment that supports sustainability. In pursuing diversity, equity and inclusion, BikeSGV aims to eliminate barriers so our communities can lead happier, healthier lives. 

BikeSGV strives to make this commitment evident across all levels: in our organizational structure, policies, advisory board, staff, volunteers, donors, goals, and vision. We welcome people of all backgrounds and aim to maintain a culture of respect, openness, learning, integrity, honesty, and a sense of fun. 
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STRATEGIC GOALS
Internal:

1. Attract, hire, train and promote employees and volunteers of diverse backgrounds, particularly those who live and/or have lived in the San Gabriel Valley.
2. Maintain an honest and transparent communication system among employees and volunteers.
3. Improve employee and volunteer satisfaction, engagement, and culture of trust, support, respect, and inclusion.
   1. Increase employee and volunteer engagement and recognition.
   2. Provide promotional pathways and leadership development opportunities for employees and volunteers.
   3. Ensure opportunities exist for everyone in the organization to participate in inclusiveness efforts.

External:

1. Work with stakeholders and partners to promote an equity approach that creates institutional and structural change.
2. Increase partnerships that represent and serve our historically underserved San Gabriel Valley communities of color or historically underserved communities of color in general.
3. Develop a diverse donor constituency and portfolio of funders/ donors.
4. Engage with historically underserved San Gabriel Valley communities of color in inclusive, meaningful ways.
   1. Create safe, welcoming and accessible events, services, and programs.
   2. Prioritize addressing the disparities that people of color face to generate solutions to address other vulnerable groups.​