Building Diverse Bridges
We work with a sense of urgency but recognize that positive change and impact requires sustained investments over time in those living and working closest to the problems. For this reason, we focus on building bridges of diversity with individuals from various backgrounds and countries through the power of inclusion!
Our Mission
To create pipelines of access to resources and opportunities for diverse and underprivileged communities in schools, workplaces, sports, and health.
VISION
The vision of the Diversity United Foundation is to create a network for connecting individuals to diverse opportunities that fosters diversity in communities worldwide; while also empowering and assisting individuals in reaching their greatest potential through inclusion!
What Do We See:
A plethora of unique ways to connect you to diverse bridges and opportunities around the world.
A consistent generation of abundant resources to assist and enhance your growth + development; both personally and professionally.
DUF serving as a pioneer, ambassador, and catalyst for inclusion; integrating and enhancing diversity efforts in sports, health, workplaces and education.
If you can’t build a bridge to Access for someone, #BEONE!
We believe that access to resources and opportunities should be equally available to every type of individual no matter our differences in race, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, tribe, caste, socio-economic status, thinking and communication styles, etc.
We strive to create cultures that assist others in building bridges of inclusion by becoming a bridge first; while intentionally welcoming, respecting, and valuing the participation and experiences of others.
Looking For Scholarships?
minorities receive only about 28% of all scholarships.
Schools
Incorporating lesson plans that account for all forms of diversity is key. A growing number of schools are now incorporating teaching methods that are more in line with STEAM education (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) as it has become clear that arts education makes learning more fun and keeps children more engaged.
Keeping You Connected
DUF works with corporate sponsors, schools, and government to deliver educational support services, professional development programs, and unparalleled learning opportunities worldwide to assist individuals in honing the skills necessary to bolster their academic and career opportunities. Our initiatives inspire confidence in diversity and inclusion, create cultural awareness, and fosters leadership, resources, and opportunities into diverse and underprivileged communities.
A Few Of Our Trusted Partners
Workplaces
Working in a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive environment gives every employee, in any company, inspiration, energy, and creativity to fulfill the mission of the organization, confidence to enhance their personal development experiences, and excitement to contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture.
In 1972, women coached more than 90 percent of collegiate women’s Teams.
Today, they coach fewer than half.
Sports
Diversity and inclusion has received only minimal consideration in the world of sports; until now. Succeeding in sports gives people with social disadvantages the confidence to succeed in other areas of life.
When individuals, especially children, see people they identify with playing sports, it expands their horizons and makes them believe they can be anything they want to be.
With your support, we will inspire and empower people to change what they see, which will ultimately change who and what they become.
Health
Health disparities affect segments of the population differently. Attitudes toward health care and treatment can vary among different populations. Medical professionals need to provide custom care that acknowledges and recognizes these differences. The medical field needs to diversify in order to serve its diverse patient population.
Unity in Diversity Builds Value
We believe that the solution to the problems we hope to solve can be found in the value placed within our differences; as we can diversify our experiences and maximize our potential by connecting with others from around the globe.
Diversity United Foundation Values
We aim to discover problems, devise solutions, and collaborate to make them happen, not to compete. Regardless of who people are, where they come from, or what they believe, we focus on providing and honing the skills necessary for individuals to bolster their academic and career opportunities.
For us, connecting individuals to different worlds exposes them to new dimensions of themselves and the world; granting them world-class opportunities that will change and shift their lives for the better
We are defined by our values:
RESPECT
We make conscious efforts to understand, value, and respect everyone’s diversity; in all respects. We respect the person you used to be, the person you are now, and the person you desire to become.
CREATIVITY
We understand that the world and everything in it is constantly changing; therefore, we must be creative in our efforts to connect, communicate and create. We, in all ways, aim to create successful opportunities, solutions, and moments for individuals around the world.
TEAMWORK
We understand the value of making investments in others; so we support one another and lift each other up as we climb. Teamwork, truly, makes the dream work. Positive teams yield positive cultures; positive cultures produce positive results!
UNITY
There is more strength in being unified than there is in separation or isolation; and yet, it is impossible to have unity without diversity. We create moments and opportunities that help individuals encounter diverse experiences in life, business, education, and health.
COURAGE
We are not afraid to connect with each other, take risk, stand up for what’s right when no one else does, or take initiative to create something that no one has seen or imagined. We are brave and look forward to new experiences, opportunities, and challenges.
INCLUSIVITY
We embrace everyone and value all that they bring to the table of diversity. Therefore, we encourage individuals to embrace their true authentic selves with an understanding that what they have is included in the puzzle not counted or
SERVANTSHIP
We show up early, work hard and serve our communities; especially the communities with less resources and opportunities. As we grow and develop, we create and establish opportunities that help others in our communities do the same. We serve and embrace everyone.
EQUALITY
No matter how diverse we are, we are all equally human. Therefore, from race and gender, to access, we must all be treated equally. Equal work, equal pay, and equal rights! Our differences keep us balanced to the same equal scale.
INNOVATION
We understand that the world’s problems are constantly changing and extremely complex. Therefore, we aim to solve these unprecedented issues with innovative solutions that positively impacts every community. Developing new ideas and new perspectives are why we exist. The more we innovate, the more problems are solved.
HUMILITY
We recognize the value in learning from others. In fact, we know that in order to help others share their passions for changing the world, we have to listen. With conscious efforts to understand diverse voices, we impact the lives of those around us positively.
INTEGRITY
In order to set standards and examples in our communities across the world, we must first set them with ourselves. No matter who’s watching, we understand how imperative it is to stay authentic, consistent, and collaborative.