The mission of the Calhoun County Area Chamber & Visitors Center’s Economic Inclusion Committee is to bring awareness of diverse backgrounds and experiences in the business community and empowering our members.
For more information, please contact Communications Director Ashlee Jones at ashleej@calhounchamber.com
ECONOMIC INCLUSION COMMITTEE GOALS
As an advocate of the regional business community, we recognize that addressing the evolving demographic changes in our region is fundamental to the growth and sustainability of our Members. Creating an inclusive environment that engages individuals reflective of the full spectrum of our region strengthens our organizations and is key to the success of the Calhoun County Area as a whole. We invite, and encourage, you to review the Chamber’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, along with recommended guidelines for our Members.
COMMITTEE OBJECTIVES:
- Educating members through structured, quarterly (or more frequent) meetings on topics related to diversity.
- Encouraging open and honest discussion among business leaders.
- Providing communication channels between key community and business organizations.
- Supporting membership as they seek to strengthen themselves through professional development in the area of diversity awareness and training.
WHAT IS ECONOMIC INCLUSION?
The process of ensuring all individuals and communities have fair access to the financial and economic systems, resources, and opportunities to improve their lives, build wealth, and participate fully in society.
ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES IN OUR AREA
8 Acorns (256-310-5268): An outdoor recreation area in Cleburne County, Alabama focused on providing accessible camping and outdoor recreation events for families of disabled Veterans, the fallen, and others with disabilities.
Hope Outdoors (256-689-8536): Ministers to individuals with special needs through outdoor experiences such as hunting and fishing at no cost to the participant or their family.