J.E.D.I.

We ask you to be present with one another, to be compassionate, and to be courageous in facing our pain, loss, or grief. This is a perfectly imperfect space for civic discourse, not for political diatribe. Please show up to a Reimagine space with these principles in mind:

1. We honor the earth that is all of our shared home, and upon which all life relies upon to survive.

2. We honor the original inhabitants and stewards of the land that we are on. For those of us living in places taken from their original people, such as the Americas and Australia, please refer to Native Land Digital's map to identify indigenous names of territories.

3. We honor all the visible and invisible abilities and disabilities. We agree to be receptive and proactive in exploring ways to make this experience accessible to those who are differently abled, and to support each other with grace however possible.

4. We honor the diverse ancestry, culture, heritage, complexion and racial identity of all those who are present.

5. We honor the various beliefs, religions, faiths, creeds and spiritual inclinations of all people present. We agree to create a space where each person can express their faith without infringing on anyone else's safety, dignity or expression.

6. We honor all forms of gender expression and identity and are dedicated to gender equity. This means that whether someone identifies as a man, woman, transgender, non binary or anything else, they are welcomed and respected.

7. We honor all forms of sexual orientation. We are dedicated to supporting all people to love however is true for them, as long as that expression does not harm anyone else.

8. We recognize that those present may have different levels of wealth, access to resources, statuses of documentation and migration, political affiliation, and agree to treat all present with dignity and respect as human beings.

9. We honor that everyone has a story, other identities, other challenges, trauma, resilience, courage, beauty and depth that cannot be covered in a list or understood in its totality.

10. We recognize that in most parts of our world, many if not all of these variables can determine the safety, health, dignity and freedom of individuals and communities, and we strive for a better way.

To ensure our spaces are as inclusive as possible, we asked that all hosts read and sign the Community Pledge copied below before submitting an event proposal.

STEP 1: JEDI pledge for all Reimagine hosts

Sign the Reimagine JEDI Community Pledge

We as collaborators and event hosts recognize that, around the world, the circumstances and causes of death are inordinately influenced by race, gender, class, sexuality, faith, ability, and/or other aspects of our identity, which should not determine the dignity and duration of our lives.

We recognize that it is not possible to reach the true depth of conversations about how to live fully from now through the end without acknowledging these factors.

As Reimagine collaborators, we agree to utilize the best of our knowledge, courage, vulnerability, and resources available to cultivate spaces that are inclusive.

As Reimagine collaborators, we agree to create spaces that are intentional and considerate of the diverse needs of different people.

As Reimagine collaborators, we agree to create spaces that are equitable - striving to ensure everyone has what they need, recognizing that those who have more can give more, and those who need more support can get more support.

We recognize that even if we are not experts in this field, our humility, curiosity, and will to grow can be an integral part of creating a space that can hold all of what life and death have to show us.
 

STEP 2: Align intention and impact For hosts (and everyone!)

Required actions to cultivate JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion)

Agree to attend or watch The Art of Creating Inclusive Spaces, a 90-minute training developed in partnership with our collaborators at Holistic Underground, a non-profit that supports projects which empower the change-makers, leaders, and organizations in social and environmental impact. Or, I agree to attend another formal training program to increase my skill and capacity for creating space through an equity and inclusion lens.