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Preamble

Brazil's rich tapestry of Amerindian peoples, immigrants, and diasporas makes it inherently diverse. This diversity is reflected in the numerous "Brazils" across the country, each with unique accents, customs, and cultures.

FUCG recognizes the power of diversity in organizations. A diverse workforce leads to a broader, more accurate vision, fosters a deeper understanding of different realities, reduces prejudice, and enhances innovation and a diversity of perspectives. Embracing diversity allows us to identify better and address critical issues.

Objective

To create a safe and inclusive environment where all individuals have a voice and are heard. We will actively seek and engage members and collaborators from all segments of Brazilian society, encompassing different ethnicities, regions, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, disabilities, and educational levels. Our goal is to reflect the demographic reality of Brazil in our composition, continuously amplifying the voices of those historically marginalized.

Responsibilities

Ethics Committee

Ensures compliance with the Code of Conduct, receives inquiries and complaints, guides and investigates cases related to ADEI policies, and makes independent and autonomous decisions.
The Committee is formed by collaborators chosen by consensus.
If an Ethics Committee member is involved in a complaint, it will be addressed to designated liaisons.
Complaints are received through the designated contact (Annex 1), and confidentiality is maintained.
Committee members receive the necessary training to fulfill their roles effectively.

Collaborators

All collaborators implement and adhere to the ADEI principles.
Violations of the Code of Conduct or behaviors incompatible with ADEI may result in consequences, including removal from the group and legal action.

Actions

We are committed to continuous improvement through short-term action planning as part of a permanent program. This involves:

Immediate action, evaluation of effectiveness, necessary adjustments, and constant redesign.
Emphasis on continuous action, not isolated, insignificant initiatives.
Collaboration with groups already working with minority communities to expand our reach and benefit from external performance evaluations.

Data Collection

Data collection is crucial to ensure our actions effectively address all layers of diversity. We will gather data inside and outside the organization to understand our progress and inform future actions.

Strengthening ADEI through Sustainable Development Goals

FUCG recognizes the interconnectedness of social justice, cultural preservation, and sustainable development. We aim to integrate the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into our ADEI program, ensuring our actions contribute to a more equitable and sustainable future for all.

Improvements

SDG 4: Quality Education

Action: Develop comprehensive training programs for all collaborators, addressing cultural sensitivity, unconscious bias, and inclusive communication.
Impact: Promote inclusive learning environments, empower individuals to challenge prejudice, and foster respectful interactions within and with external stakeholders.

SDG 5: Gender Equality

Action: Implement a gender-sensitive recruitment and promotion strategy, ensuring fair representation of women and gender-diverse individuals at all levels of the organization.
Impact: Promote equal opportunities, challenge gender stereotypes, and contribute to a more equitable and diverse workplace.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

Action: Partner with local communities and organizations representing marginalized groups to develop culturally relevant and accessible documentation initiatives.
Impact: Amplify the voices of marginalized communities, promote equitable access to resources and opportunities, and contribute to closing social and economic gaps.

SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Action: Develop a robust grievance mechanism to address discrimination and harassment and ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all collaborators.
Impact: Create a culture of accountability and respect, promote justice and fairness within the organization, and foster a strong foundation for ethical and responsible practices.

Internal Actions

Education and Awareness

Increase group members' understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion and enhance individual analytical skills.

Prevention of Discrimination

Take proactive steps to prevent discrimination among members and ensure leadership reflects ADEI objectives.
Create a safe space for reporting discrimination and harassment, with clear procedures for investigation, corrective action, and prevention of recurrence.
In severe cases, potential termination and legal action may be taken.

Communication

Ensure internal and external communication effectively promotes ADEI principles, reaching the broadest possible audience.

Training and Development

Provide training and development opportunities to enhance our ability to interact effectively with colleagues and community members, aligning with DEI goals.

External Actions

Community Engagement

Actively involve local communities in planning and fieldwork, respecting their beliefs, cultures, visions, and needs.

Minority Community Engagement

Leverage our group's focus on cultural heritage documentation (material, immaterial, and natural) to reach underrepresented populations and enable them to record and share their stories.

Media Disparity

Go beyond creating appropriate wiki spaces by providing information and training to empower minority communities to document their narratives and experiences.

Expansion of Activities

Explore expanding our activities to reach various individuals and communities.

Conclusion

By aligning our ADEI program with the SDGs, we commit to contributing to a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable future. We will continue to assess our progress and adapt our strategies to maximize our impact on these global goals.