MY COMMITMENT TO ANTI-RACISM & INCLUSION
As a white woman, born and raised in Canada, I have received privileges that should have been the birthright of ALL People, but were NOT, and I have been educated within a system that oppresses Indigenous, Black and BIPOC People.
I recognize that I have a wide sphere of influence as a small business owner, community member, friend, sister, daughter, wife and mother, and I am committed to using these platforms to actively seek visibility, equity and justice for Black People, Indigenous People, and People of Colour.
- I am guided in my day-to-day interactions by an understanding of inequality and what I can do daily to dismantle it.
- I offer a 15% discount to Indigenous People, businesses and organizations.
- I donate monthly BIPOC organizations and causes & projects led by my local Indigenous Community (currently we donate to the Project Watershed/ Kus-kus-sum)
- Without exception, I will ask for and use the pronouns, names and titles you use to identify yourself, in my commitment to make my business to an inclusive and safe space for all queer and trans and LGBTQIA+ people.
- I post, follow, celebrate and share the work of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour.
- I will challenge racism when and where I encounter it whether or not it impacts my profits.
- I will get it wrong. I am relying on you to challenge me and encourage me to push forward.
- I seek opportunities to diversify further, honouring the work and engaging the services of an even more diverse group of individuals.
If you have questions, feedback, criticisms or encouragement… or simply want to chat – I welcome the conversation openly. Please reach out.
Lani
