CNL Diversity Committee Statement of Purpose

The Center for New Liberalism is built on a foundation of liberal values, including values of innovation and progress.

Diversity is not just a moral imperative; it is essential for the success and effectiveness of our organization. 

The New Liberals believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives enriches our work and leads to better ideas and outcomes. Diversity of thought stimulates robust discussions and leads to more creative solutions to the complex challenges we face and which, together, are trying to improve. 

As the only center-left grassroots organization promoting abundance on a local level, diversity is our greatest strength. By ensuring our membership is truly representative, we combine evidence-based policy with care and concern for the marginalized and underrepresented communities we serve. 

By ensuring that our membership is diverse, we can better understand the needs and concerns of all individuals. This understanding is crucial for crafting policies and programs that are inclusive and effective and strengthens our overall platform. 

In addition, a diverse membership enhances our credibility and legitimacy as an organization to our partners, to voters, and to the greater public. By demonstrating a commitment to diversity, we show that the choice between innovation and economic growth on the one hand and equity and fairness on the other is a false dichotomy. We can, and must, demand a respect for evidence and data while also valuing and respecting all individuals, regardless of their background or identity.

We are committed to increasing our diversity in membership and fostering welcoming communities, and we believe that our diversity committee will play a crucial role in achieving this goal.