Equity Manifesto
An equity manifesto is a public declaration of principles, intentions, and a plan of action with the specific aim of achieving equity. Unlike a general manifesto that might focus on broader goals, an equitable manifesto centers on fairness and justice, particularly in addressing systemic inequalities and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Uploaded on Sat 19 Apr 25 by John Parsons
Equity Manifesto of the Bognor Regis Arts & Culture Enterprise
(EMBRACE)
It begins by joining together, believing in the potency of inclusion, and building from a common bond.
It embraces complexity as cause for collaboration, accepting that our fates are inextricable.
It recognizes local leaders as national leaders, nurturing the wisdom and creativity within every community as essential to solving the nation’s problems.
It demands honesty and forthrightness, calling out racism and oppression, both overt and systemic.
It strives for the power to realise our goals while summoning the grace to sustain them.
It requires that we understand the past, without being trapped in it; embrace the present, without being constrained by it
and, look to the future, guided by the hopes and courage of those who have fought before and beside us.
This is equity: just and fair inclusion into a society in which all can participate, prosper, and reach their full potential.
Unlocking the promise of the nation by unleashing the promise in us all.
The Equity Manifesto has been inspired by the work, commitments, insights, and resolve of the many partners with whom PolicyLink has shared this journey.
Please use it, share it, and reflect on it in your lives, your work, your struggle.
Just please don’t change it.