Gender Equity Policy

(1.0)        Introduction

The BC Senior Baseball Association believes in fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for participants.

All individuals, regardless of gender, must have equitable opportunities to take part in baseball as a participant, coach, official, administrator, or leader.

The concept of gender equity requires consideration of the unique needs, interests and experiences of the target group and the identification and elimination of any discriminatory practices which may be barriers to full participation.

The purpose of this policy is to document how the BC Senior Baseball Association will promote gender equity to its membership.

(2.0)        Promotion of Gender Equity & Increasing Female Participation

The BC Senior Baseball Association will promote gender equity by:  

• Ensuring equitable opportunities to participate in sport and physical activity are provided to all genders.

• Creating a safe, supportive, inclusive, and relevant environment for sport participation.
  
• Using gender neutral language in the organization’s by-laws, policies, and publications.
  
• Declaring that it is an equal opportunity employer and respecting the principles of pay equity.
  

• Striving to have female representation on the board of directors.
• Continually evaluating the organization’s progress towards a more inclusive sport system.