Equity Statement
Texas PTA and its constituent divisions (Local PTAs and other divisions including Council PTAs) shall:
• Promote awareness, inclusion and engagement of all diverse populations represented in the community and to encourage all
• Openly assess beliefs and practices to ensure inclusiveness, equity, and to guard against discrimination
• Strive to ensure that the membership, leadership, programs, partnerships, and printed materials across Texas reflect the diversity of their communities.
• Communicate with families in their communities in languages which they understand, to the extent possible
• Identify and address barriers that hinder inclusivity
• Foster programs and practices that eliminate bias, prejudice and misunderstanding
• Advocate for funding, laws, and regulations that support programs, policies, and services which meet the health, safety, and educational needs of all student populations in Texas public schools
• Provide resources and training that develop a more diverse and inclusive group of Texas PTA members, leaders and community