Message from the CEO:

Dear Residents, Families, Team Members, Students, Volunteers and Contractors,

At Finlandia Village, we recognize the importance of fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. As part of our ongoing journey to build an inclusive and equitable environment, we are excited to announce a two-year plan dedicated to advancing Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Anti-Racism (EIDA-R) within our village.

Over the next two years, we will focus on the following pillars:

1. Equity: Removing barriers to ensure fair access to resources, opportunities, and care for all members of our community.
2. Inclusion: Building a culture of belonging by actively engaging all voices and ensuring everyone feels heard and respected.
3. Diversity: Embracing and celebrating the unique backgrounds, identities, and perspectives of our residents, families, team members, students, and volunteers.
4. Anti-Racism: Taking deliberate actions to confront and eliminate systemic racism through education, advocacy, and policy reform.

To achieve these goals, we will implement the following initiatives:

• Staff Development and Training: Providing ongoing training in cultural competence, unconscious bias, and anti-racism strategies for all team members.
• Resident & Family Engagement: Hosting regular discussions and events to promote understanding and celebrate the diversity of our community.
• Policy Review & Enhancement: Evaluating and updating policies to ensure they reflect our commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Feedback Channels: Creating opportunities for residents, families, team members, students, and volunteers to share their thoughts, experiences, and suggestions related to EIDA-R.

This journey is a collaborative effort. We value the perspectives of everyone and invite your active participation in shaping this work. As we progress over the next two years, we will share updates on our initiatives, celebrate our achievements, and listen to your insights to ensure we remain on the path toward meaningful and sustainable change.

Your voice is essential in this process, and we welcome your feedback, ideas, and questions. Please reach out to "> to get involved or share your thoughts.

Thank you for your trust, commitment, and support as we work together to build a stronger, more inclusive community.

With commitment and gratitude,

David Munch

Chief Executive Officer