Softball Canada established a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Team in 2021 with representation from across Canada and all areas of the game (athletes, umpires, coaches and administrators). The group holds monthly meetings, providing an open and safe space for valuable conversation and discussion regarding the realities of the landscape of softball in Canada.
The DEI Team identified and discussed barriers to participation across six initial areas of focus: Black & People of Colour; Indigenous Peoples; LGBTQI2S+; People with a Disability; Socio-Economic Status; and Women in Sport, and considering the perspectives of athletes, coaches, and umpires. Through these valuable conversations, the Team was able to provide INclusion INcorporated with inputs and supports to co-create and advance Softball Canada’s work towards improving diversity, equity and inclusion throughout its programs and services.
- Attend DEI Committee meetings and inform the Co-Chairs & Softball Canada staff if they are unable to attend.
- Come to meetings prepared, having reviewed the agenda and any meeting materials.
- Adhere to Safe Space Guidelines.
- Assist in the development and ongoing delivery of the Softball Canada DEI Strategy and Action Plan.
- Provide feedback on major initiatives and programs.
- Champion Softball Canada DEI initiatives.
- In depth knowledge and understanding of Softball Canada structure and operation,
- In depth knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices,
- Ability to work both in a group and independently,
- Ability to create positive change within one's P/TSO in regards to diversity, equity and inclusion,
- Relationships with organizations who work with equity searching groups,
- Marketing, communications, social media, and public relations experience is an asset,
- Philanthropy, fundraising, and grant application experience,
- Event organization,
- Policy writing
APPLY TO BE A PART OF THE DEI COMMITTEE HERE
The deadline to apply is February 2, 2025.
