DEI is an acronym for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
DEI creates an environment where all have a sense of belonging and mutual respect. Seeking knowledge and meaningful conversation through a variety of perspectives and resources allows us the ability to learn from the past and work towards providing solutions for a better future.
The DEI Task Force is working with Leadership and other committees to weave DEI through the fabric of our organization. This Task Force also launched the DEFI certification series.
GRAR’s Committee Request Form is distributed in the fall each year. This form provides the opportunity to volunteer and get involved. It lists each group, outlines the goals and objectives, and describes the anticipated time commitment.
If regular volunteer service isn’t of interest, you might consider attending GRAR events as your schedule permits to network with other industry professionals.
Any member of the Task Force would be happy to chat! Click on any image below to obtain contact information.
In this article, a service animal case points out the importance of clear communication between housing providers and tenants.
The "Just Like Me" Bias. While we can’t rid ourselves of affinity bias completely, we can certainly dampen the effects it has on our decisions. Read for tips on how!
Uncomfortable situations are an inevitable part of life and business. Despite that, most of us have a natural inclination to avoid addressing those situations head-on.
Rafael Perez highlights the impact of owning a home on the ability to build generational wealth and financial security in the Latino community for Congress.
Read to help break down the misconception that those who live with certain circumstances are incapable of having any abilities or skills to live life.
In 1948, the Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling on restrictive covenants in real estate. Today, REALTORS® are reckoning with the past as they work to bring equal housing opportunity to all.
Research, representation and respect are the building blocks of a good multicultural strategy.
Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan
Asian American Association of West Michigan
Catholic Charities of West Michigan
Chinese Association of West Michigan
Fair Housing Center of West Michigan
Family Promise of West Michigan Homeless Resources
Filipino American Community of West Michigan
Gateway Mission Homeless Resources
Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses (GRABB)
Grand Rapids Area Coalition to End Homelessness
Grand Rapids Buddhist Temple and Zen Center
Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities
Guiding Light Rescue Homeless Resources for Men
GVSU Resource Offices for Inclusion
Hand2Hand: Follow the Backpack
Hispanic Center of West Michigan
Home Repair Services of Kent County
Islamic Center & Masjid of Grand Rapids
Italian American Club of West Michigan
Jewish Federation of Grand Rapids
Latina Network of West Michigan
Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates
Mel Trotter Ministries Homeless Resources
Michigan Chamber of Commerce DEI Series
Michigan Civil Rights Commission
Michigan Veteran Homes of Grand Rapids
Minority Business Development Agency
National Association of Gay & Lesbian Real Estate Professionals
Native American Affairs Council (WMU)
Senior Resources of West Michigan
State of Michigan Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Resources
GRAR strives to promote equal opportunity and cultural diversity within the real estate industry and our communities, and to foster an association culture that embraces and celebrates our differences.
