EDI Commitment Statement

We believe 

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In a profession that is predicated on maximizing and expanding the human experience, it is imperative that as an industry we fully recognize that equity, justice, humanity and dignity are fundamental and indispensable to the practice of design.

And to that end As creators of the places and experiences that encompass inclusivity and justice, IIDA and its Members are dedicated to all efforts that expand the opportunities and wherewithal of designers and that eradicate the systemic racism we recognize to be inherent in culture and society.

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And it is affirmed and declared that The International Interior Design Association and

all of its affiliated Chapters and subsidiary components, is committed to the sustained, intentional and organized dismantling of racism in all of its forms and instances.

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Leading with Equity

We would like to set a standard in the industry to use the acronym EDI instead of DEI. This sets the focus on equity first because without equity, diversity and inclusion isn’t possible. It also speaks to the bigger picture and encompasses the initiatives that we are excited about. When you are forming EDI committees and board positions we ask that you use EDI to help set the standard. (If your chapter already has a DEI committee or DEI position, you do not have to change the acronym.)