08/13/2019 MASHPEE INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY COMMITTEE Minutes

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the back of the flyer as others may be unfamiliar with the terminology, and suggested that an online version of the flyer be made available, agreeing that the graphic could be challenging to include all but that a definition could provide examples of inclusion. Ms. Landry indicated that an online form was not possible on the Town's website. The Chair suggested that a response could be emailed to the Committee and be printed out by the Chair,when received. MOTION: Ms.Waterman made a motion that the Subcommittee create a final version of this form and go ahead and distribute as they see fit throughout the community. Ms.Brown seconded the motion. All voted unanimously. Child Care October Town Meeting-There was consensus to keep the item on the agenda. It was suggested that another article appear in the paper and advertisement be ongoing. Committee Members' Outside Activities Reporting-The Chair attended the Woods Hole Diversity Advisory Committee and observed that it was standing room only,predominantly young people and a diverse group of scientists. The Chair reported that the one hour meeting format consisted of short statements and personal experiences shared with the crowd listening. The Chair also attended a meeting coordinated by Representative Keating, called the Mosaic Project, and held at the Waquoit Church. The Chair reported that the meeting was a similar format offering recorded immigration stories, designed to listen to the stories. Student Representative Update-The Chair stated that Mr. Taylor would be approaching the Board of Selectmen for approval regarding the addition of a second student representative,which would require changing the wording in the membership of the Committee. NEW BUSINESS Resignations and Recruitment-The Chair had been advised that formal letters of resignation had been forwarded to the Town Clerk and will be provided to the Board of Selectmen, in order to advertise openings on the Committee. The Chair read the statement under Vacancies, which would allow the Board of Selectmen to appoint new members after the Committee met with prospective members and nominated representatives from the various listed interests. The Chair sent a letter to Sue Wilson, who organizes PRIDE, and expressed interest in the Committee and invited her to attend a future meeting and draft reasons for her interest. The Chair invited Mr. Zefzaf s thoughts,who pointed out that diversity and inclusion was also each individual's story, regardless of cultural differences, emphasizing the importance of getting to know people in order to remove stereotypes. Mr. Zefzaf suggested a workshop about storytelling as a means to reach out to others. The Chair noted the importance of including on the Committee the diverse people of Mashpee and inquired how best to reach out to individuals with different stories. Mr. Horner shared his personal experience feeling concerned about being profiled. Ms. Waterman recommended reaching out to different groups identified in the Mission. It was recommended that all Committee members reach out to potential candidates for consideration to the Committees. Human Rights Club/Academy-The Chair reached out with the Falmouth contact who confirmed that there would be a Human Rights Academy. The Chair was in contact with Ms. Hendricks regarding the potential to support a group to attend from Mashpee. Diversity in Mashpee-Ms. Waterman suggested reaching out to Barnstable County to share Mashpee demographics with the Committee. 3