The following document is designed to provide key considerations for associations seeking to be more consciously inclusive in community engagement. By addressing these questions, tracking these measures of success, and implementing the recommended action plan, association leaders can make significant strides in implementing conscious inclusion at their association. The emphasis should be on inclusion and engagement with stakeholders who bring a broad range of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, and no stakeholders should be excluded from participation, opportunities, or benefits based on demographic characteristics.
