Central Maine Community College recognizes the vital work of honoring diversity, combating discrimination, acknowledging prejudice, and fostering an environment of inclusiveness.

We see this work as central to the mission of education, and crucial to the maintenance of a free, ethical, and healthy society. In that spirit, we offer the following commitments:

1. To recognize the diversity that exists within the CM community, and to honor our responsibility to offer educational opportunities to all.
2. To be mindful of potential injustices relating to issues of identity, including but not limited to matters of race, ethnicity, nationality, culture, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic background, and diversity of thought.
3. To make the study of historical and contemporary injustices integral to our curricula; to encourage discussion of social issues, including the above-referenced matters of identity; and to foster classroom environments that allow for those conversations to take place openly, honestly, and safely.
4. To make inclusion, diversity, and equity ongoing topics of study and discussion among employees, and to offer professional development opportunities that deepen our understanding of these issues.
5. To encourage our community members to be socially informed, and to embrace civic responsibility on our campus by supporting voting; by providing opportunities for learning and engagement through speakers, shared readings, webinars, and other resources; and by remaining receptive to new and unfamiliar viewpoints.
6. To promote a college community that is safe, civil, and welcoming of all members.