Boys & Girls Club of Vista Pledge to Youth
Right now our Club Members, and youth across the nation, are struggling with the deluge of information they hear, see, and interact with on a daily basis. We know that in order for our Club Members to be successful in achieving Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character & Leadership, they need a safe place to develop their skills. We have adopted a Pledge to our Youth - so they know that from the moment they scan their cards at the front desk, they are safe.
Boys & Girls Club of Vista
Pledge to Youth
As representatives of the Board, Staff, and Volunteers at the Boys & Girls Club of Vista, we pledge to make the following commitment to all youth:
● Treat each and every young person that we encounter with respect and dignity without regard to their race, ethnic origin, abilities, religious/spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression.
● Acknowledge the unlimited potential that each and every young person has to grow into a caring, productive adult.
● Listen and seek to understand experiences without passing judgement.
● Provide resources and support to help advocate for you when faced with any form of discrimination.
● Seek opportunities for you to understand how you can affect change in the community, and stand alongside you in solidarity as you do so.
● Advocate on your behalf if others aren’t listening.
● Challenge and hold accountable anyone associated with the Boys & Girls Club of Vista who displays attitudes of racism, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, including Board, Staff, volunteers, vendors, partners and/or donors.
● Commit to educating ourselves on diversity, equity and inclusion, including anti-racist and anti-bias training, reflection and assessment.