WHEREAS the mission of the Association of Fundraising
Professionals (AFP) of Oregon
and Southwest Washington Chapter is to advance philanthropy and ethical
fundraising; and,
WHEREAS this AFP Chapter advances philanthropy and ethical
fundraising by educating, facilitating certification, advocating, mentoring,
and honoring and recognizing; and,
WHEREAS this AFP Chapter identified nurturing and supporting
diverse ideas as one of its key values; and
WHEREAS this AFP Chapter affirms the AFP definition of
diversity as the seeking and achieving of a broad representation of
experiences, perspectives, opinions and cultures; and,
WHEREAS this AFP Chapter also values inclusiveness as an
essential source of vitality and strength for the effective pursuit of an
organization’s mission;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT AFP OF OREGON AND SOUTHWEST
WASHINGTON CHAPTER is committed to diversity as an ongoing proactive process in
its governance, committees, membership, programs and activities.
Adopted November 19, 2008 Reapproved September 16, 2009