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Establish events and programs that foster inclusion and celebrate diversity
Purposefully break barriers to inclusion
2040 STRATEGIC PILLAR — Foster an Inclusive Community Fabric
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Importance of an Inclusive Community Fabric
Importance of an Inclusive Community FabricOne of the key elements of the 2040 vision and plan is the notion of inclusion. This was highlighted by the concentration of responses for the Preferred Future in the scenario quadrant called ‘Smart Inclusion.' The Coppell Think-Tank, held in June 2018, highlighted the critical importance of the community evolution, as one of the main themes shaping the future of the community. Within Coppell, there is a desire to accomplish two main community objectives. These are to retain the ‘Community Oasis’ feel, and simultaneously create an ‘Inclusive community fabric.’
2040 Goals and Action Steps:
Celebrate Coppell's Cultural Growth
- Consider cultural diversity in all events/programs and encourage diverse participation.
- Establish park activities that cater to different cultural and generational cohorts.
- Host educational panels that address cultural interests.
- Identify and educate about cultural norms.
Establish events and programs that foster inclusion and celebrate diversity
- Team with CISD to host educational/awareness training.
- Foster intergenerational programs throughout the community.
- Explore expanding culturally relevant recreational opportunities, such as building cricket fields and starting a local cricket league.
- Encourage food experiences with appropriate cuisine to attract participation.
Purposefully break barriers to inclusion
- Increase multi-generational and communal living spaces.
- Seek leadership that reflects the social, cultural and economic values of the community.
- Increase walkability and bike-ability to provide for greater community connectivity.
- Facilitate partnerships to create a restaurant incubator to encourage diversity in food related ‘start-ups.'
- Leverage technology to provide language translations for City website and online services.
- Create a ‘Cultural Ambassador program’ that is a volunteer program to assist in language translation.
Promote socialization and community cohesiveness
- Promote connections (events and social media), especially using food.
- Encourage professional networking and development.
- Reduce barriers to engagement by encouraging participation from all sectors of the community.
- Re-purpose or leverage existing facilities to create a Multigenerational Center to provide a full range of activities and create programs that connect seniors to youth.
Learn more about this Strategic Pillar by viewing the Vision 2040 Plan.
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