NAIS - NAIS Resource Guide: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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Advance Your Equity and Justice Efforts at NAIS Events

NAIS offers comprehensive programs around diversity, equity, and inclusion work, including the People of Color Conference, Diversity Leadership Institute, Inclusive Schools Network Institute, Equity Design Lab, and more.

Benchmark Your School's Diversity and Inclusion With AIM and DASL

The NAIS Assessment of Inclusivity and Multiculturalism, DASL Student and Employee Diversity report, Diversity Dashboard, and DASL Databook provide benchmarks and help you reflect on your school community.

Review Best Practices for Equity and Justice

Guidelines for independent schools to create and sustain diverse, inclusive, equitable, and just communities that are safe and welcoming for all.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Work in Independent Schools

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging help all students and adults in a school community thrive. NAIS supports the work of its 1,900 member schools and associations in this important work.

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Talking with Your Community About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work

Many schools are grappling with how to best communicate about their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work. These tips are designed to help you frame discussions.

Explore Thought Leadership on Race, Diversity, Inclusion, Well-Being, and More

Recent Independent School magazine issues include "A Conversation About Racism, Schools, Systems, and Necessary Change," "Diversity and Inclusion: Where Are We Now?" and "Community Health & Well-Being."

2019 State of the Diversity Practice in Independent Schools

Learn more about diversity practices and find action steps your school can take to facilitate this work. You can also read a companion piece, 2009-2019 Developments in the State of the Diversity Practice.

People of Color and Women in Independent School Headship

Get suggestions for schools to understand and support aspiring leaders who are people of color and women. You can also find key takeaways for aspiring heads from the 2021 NAIS State of Independent School Leadership Survey.

Planning for a Sustainable Future: Investing in a Culture of Well-Being for Students of Color for Today and the Future

Learn how schools can better invest in the social-emotional and academic well-being of students now, leading to happier and healthier adults—as well as alumni who are committed to supporting their alma maters.

Community Health and Well-Being Through a Racial Equity Lens and the Twin Pandemics Impacting Schools and Society

This session offers trustees and school leaders a roadmap for applying the lenses of racial equity and community well-being to their governance and leadership responsibilities in the face of COVID-19 and institutionalized racism.

Legal Protections for LGBTQ Employees and Guidance for Creating Diverse and Welcoming Workplaces

Get an overview of legal developments and insight for schools seeking to build a more inclusive workforce.

Supporting Transgender Students in Independent Schools

School leaders know being proactive about diversity and inclusion yields the most effective outcomes, and this applies to the complexities of gender as well.

Access for People With Disabilities

NAIS President Donna Orem explores the legal requirements related to students and employees with disabilities, and how to broaden the way schools think about access.

Election Season, Politics on Campus, and Civil Discourse

How do you nurture open and respectful dialogue in your school during election season and beyond? These resources will help you understand challenges and opportunities for your school.

NAIS Resource Guide: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion