When planning events and programs, it is important to be mindful of the differences of the people in the community. Individuals striving to create, and maintain, inclusive communities must ask the following question:

"Whose perspective, experiences, viewpoints, and voices are included?"

Below, you will find general questions to assist your community-building efforts:

  • "What happens when someone is excluded from society?"
  • "What does it look like to be included? Excluded?"
  • "What does it mean to belong? Is it the same as just being with people, or is there something more to it?"
  • "Who's missing from this space?"
  • "What might our community look like to someone on the edges?"
  • "What might prevent us from being inclusive?"

For more information or assistance with inclusive programming, we encourage you to utilize the resources of the Center for Equity and Inclusion and Disability Resources for Students.