ABOUT NADOK
In the ever-evolving landscape of K-12 education, the demand for resilient, equity-focused leaders who can effectively tackle deep-rooted inequities has never been greater. It's crucial for executive leadership in K-12 to be at the forefront of this transformative movement. That's why we invite you to join NADOK, a dynamic membership organization dedicated to empowering executive leadership.
NADOK serves as your indispensable ally, equipping you with the essential tools and resources needed to champion diversity, advance equity, and wholeheartedly embrace inclusion. In an era marked by shifting demographics, the imperative to educate all students for success in an increasingly diverse world, and a constantly evolving diversity landscape, executive leadership is integral to a district's pursuit of excellence.
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As a member of NADOK, you'll benefit from a supportive network of like-minded professionals, engaging in robust think tanks, attending annual conferences, and benefiting from mentoring and coaching opportunities tailored to your unique role and responsibilities. The synergy within our community enables you to lead fiercely, drawing from your authentic selves and lived experiences. Your voice and contributions matter. Join us at NADOK, and let's collectively transform the K-12 landscape towards a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive future. Your leadership is needed now more than ever.
DIVERSITY
Diversity refers to the representation of different identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. It involves recognizing and embracing the uniqueness of individuals, such as their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, abilities, and more.
EQUITY
Equity focuses on ensuring fairness and justice by providing equal opportunities and resources to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds or identities. It acknowledges that different individuals may require different levels of support to thrive and aims to address existing inequalities.
INCLUSION
Inclusion emphasizes creating a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. It involves actively involving diverse perspectives, fostering a sense of belonging, and breaking down barriers that exclude or marginalize certain groups.
OUR MISSION
To develop and support a network of human resource professionals and diversity leaders in K-12 from across the nation and assist their efforts to drive better outcomes for students and staff.
OUR VISION
To support human resource professionals and diversity leaders who lead K-12 organizations to solve diversity, equity, and inclusion-related challenges with evidence-based strategies, tools, and resources identified and shared within our established network of industry leaders.