DIVERSITY, EQUITY + INCLUSION

NIA'S COMMITMENT

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Over 35 years ago, Nia was founded to bring greater health and well-being of Body, Mind, Emotions and Spirit to all people. Our focus and intent has always been for Nia to be a rich, diverse and inclusive community for every age, size, shape, gender, ability, race and ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, faith, belief system and all of the other beautiful qualities that make each individual body and spirit unique.

We recognize this is a long journey that will continue to evolve. Below we have outlined our commitments to long-term initiatives that support more diversity, inclusion, and equity within Nia.


WE COMMIT TO ...

CELEBRATE DIVERSITY

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Representation matters. We recognize the importance of celebrating the diversity of our community and commit to including people of all colors, ages, genders, shapes, and abilities on Nia's website, marketing materials, and on NiaTV.

EDUCATE TO INCREASE INCLUSION

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We want every Nia class and training to be a more inclusive and safe space where everybody feels welcome and included. We commit to providing ongoing education and learning opportunities to Nia teachers and trainers to foster awareness around the importance of inclusion. CLICK BELOW to view a compilation of resources to support race education and literacy.

RACE EDUCATION & LITERACY RESOURCES

BOOST EQUITY

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We will create an open and transparent scholarship program to make Nia trainings more accessible to people of all socioeconomic status. 

CREATE OVERSIGHT & ACCOUNTABLILITY

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We have formed an advisory committee of Nia teachers and trainers committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Nia organization.

Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.
– Arthur Ashe

These are the first steps on our path. Creating change will require sustained commitment. Nia’s purpose is to help people reach their greatest potential and heal the world one body at a time. We know this can only happen in a welcoming, inclusive environment where everybody has an equal opportunity to heal. We are committed to doing our part.