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MissionThe Equity Consortium institutionalizes equity for all.
StructureWe practice shared leadership and are registered as a Social Purpose Corporation registered in Washington State, USA.
Organizing Principles
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VisionWe prepare individuals and organizations to thrive as we create a new standard of equitable practice.
Leadership by Those Most AffectedWe prioritize hiring and contracting with those with personal, lived experience in their equity advocacy.
Work EthicAll staff and contractors of The Equity Consortium are dedicated to:
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Evaluation Principles
Equity Evaluators base their evaluations of the Equity Factors Assessment on the four main organizing principles above as sung in the chorus of over three dozen advocacy organizations across multiple communities: Representation, Systems, Culture & Practice, and Economy.
You can run things too because you are:
An advocate for a future born of equitable imagination
who knows that what we pay attention to grows.
Support. Healing. Truth. Grace. Power. Change.
who knows that what we pay attention to grows.
Support. Healing. Truth. Grace. Power. Change.
EQUITY EVALUATOR
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Length of Contract: Four (4) weeks Contract Flat Rate: $600 per organization Maximum Hours: 3 per organization, no limit on orgs Location: Virtual, must have reliable internet access Program: Equity Factors Assessment Status: Independent Contractor (1099) |
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Description
The Equity Evaluator is tasked with evaluating an organization's completed Equity Factors Assessment. To do so, the Equity Evaluator applies intuition and rationality in balance to:
The Equity Evaluator is tasked with evaluating an organization's completed Equity Factors Assessment. To do so, the Equity Evaluator applies intuition and rationality in balance to:
- Utilizing The Equity Consortium’s Evaluation Matrix to review and analyze the results of the Anonymous Employee Questionnaire;
- Utilizing The Equity Consortium’s Evaluation Matrix to review and analyze the results of the Equity Factors Assessment;
- Contact the organization for clarification only at the will of the Evaluator out of respect for time allocated;
- Combine the analysis of both Questionnaire and Assessment into a final report;
- Not feel obligated to work alone; peer support is available via The Equity Consortium network at any time.
Orientation, Cost: $200 USD (Valid for 3 years, payable with first contract)
Orientations are offered on an as needed basis by emailing julia@TheEquityConsortium.com. It is expected that an Evaluator already be familiar with elements of institutional and systemic racism, sexism, ableism and the intersections within. Orientation therefore shall focus mainly on 1) Introducing the Equity Factors Assessment process, 2) The online platform to access a personal account, and 3) The easy navigation of and access to The Equity Consortium’s support network.
To make your moves, complete the online introductions form by clicking on the button below. Questions? Please feel welcome to contact Julia Ismael, julia@TheEquityConsortium.com, or call/text (206) 303-8978. We aim to reply to all inquiries within 24 hours. Thank you for your interest and support. We look forward to it being mutual. That's Equity!
Orientations are offered on an as needed basis by emailing julia@TheEquityConsortium.com. It is expected that an Evaluator already be familiar with elements of institutional and systemic racism, sexism, ableism and the intersections within. Orientation therefore shall focus mainly on 1) Introducing the Equity Factors Assessment process, 2) The online platform to access a personal account, and 3) The easy navigation of and access to The Equity Consortium’s support network.
To make your moves, complete the online introductions form by clicking on the button below. Questions? Please feel welcome to contact Julia Ismael, julia@TheEquityConsortium.com, or call/text (206) 303-8978. We aim to reply to all inquiries within 24 hours. Thank you for your interest and support. We look forward to it being mutual. That's Equity!
EQUITY ASSESSMENT AUDITOR
General
Length of Contract: Six (6) weeks Contract Flat Rate: $1,000 per organization Maximum Hours: 10 per org, max two concurrent Location: Virtual, must have reliable internet access Program: Equity Factors Assessment Status: Independent Contractor (1099) |
Eligibility Requirements
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Description
The Equity Auditor is tasked with protecting the well being of employees, especially the most vulnerable, during the completion phase of the Equity Factors Assessment. To accomplish this, the Equity Auditor:
The Equity Auditor is tasked with protecting the well being of employees, especially the most vulnerable, during the completion phase of the Equity Factors Assessment. To accomplish this, the Equity Auditor:
- Conducts and manages the Anonymous Employee Questionnaire;
- Approves or oversees - but not conduct - any employee engagement efforts to further the completion of Assessment;
- Answers basic questions from organization regarding elements needed to complete the Assessment (i.e. ensuring completeness of submission); and
- Shall not feel obligated to work alone; peer support is available via The Equity Consortium at any time.
Orientation, Cost: $200 USD (Valid for 3 years, payable with first contract)
Orientations are offered on an as needed basis by emailing julia@TheEquityConsortium.com. It is expected that an Evaluator already be familiar with elements of institutional and systemic racism, sexism, ableism and the intersections within. Orientation therefore shall focus mainly on 1) Introducing the Equity Factors Assessment process, 2) The online platform to access a personal account, and 3) The easy navigation of and access to The Equity Consortium’s support network.
To make your moves, complete the online introductions form by clicking on the button below. Questions? Please feel welcome to contact Julia Ismael, julia@TheEquityConsortium.com, or call/text (206) 303-8978. We aim to reply to all inquiries within 24 hours. Thank you for your interest and support. We look forward to it being mutual. That's Equity!
Orientations are offered on an as needed basis by emailing julia@TheEquityConsortium.com. It is expected that an Evaluator already be familiar with elements of institutional and systemic racism, sexism, ableism and the intersections within. Orientation therefore shall focus mainly on 1) Introducing the Equity Factors Assessment process, 2) The online platform to access a personal account, and 3) The easy navigation of and access to The Equity Consortium’s support network.
To make your moves, complete the online introductions form by clicking on the button below. Questions? Please feel welcome to contact Julia Ismael, julia@TheEquityConsortium.com, or call/text (206) 303-8978. We aim to reply to all inquiries within 24 hours. Thank you for your interest and support. We look forward to it being mutual. That's Equity!
(primary) EQUITY ADJUDICATOR
General
Length of Contract: Completed within two (2) months Contract Flat Rate: MINIMUM $1,800 Maximum Hours: Varies, limit of three concurrent cases Location: Virtual, must have reliable internet and phone access, in person may be required |
Eligibility Requirements
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Description
The Equity Adjudicator is tasked with representing the practice of Equity within any situation brought to them by any Person. The role of the Equity Adjudicator is to confirm or deny the presence of unresolved harm caused by discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. To do so, the Equity Adjudicator applies intuition and rationality in balance to:
Orientations are offered on an as needed basis by emailing julia@TheEquityConsortium.com. It is expected that an Evaluator already be familiar with elements of institutional and systemic racism, sexism, ableism and the intersections within. Orientation therefore shall focus mainly on 1) Introducing the Equity Factors Assessment process, 2) The online platform to access a personal account, and 3) The easy navigation of The Equity Consortium’s support network.
To apply, complete the online introductions by clicking on the button below. Questions? Please feel welcome to contact Julia Ismael, julia@TheEquityConsortium.com, or call/text (206) 303-8978. We aim to reply to all inquiries within 24 hours. Thank you for your interest and support. We look forward to it being mutual.
The Equity Adjudicator is tasked with representing the practice of Equity within any situation brought to them by any Person. The role of the Equity Adjudicator is to confirm or deny the presence of unresolved harm caused by discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. To do so, the Equity Adjudicator applies intuition and rationality in balance to:
- Perform an intake interview with requesting Person;
- Interview Person’s witnesses (no more than four) and organization’s representative (one);
- Write an anonymized Peer Review Case Study based on the facts of the case and submit to The Equity Consortium for distribution;
- Analyze and summarize the Peer Review Case Study results;
- Research and list all known funders and partners of organization in question;
- Prepare a detailed Investigative Report using the form provided by The Equity Consortium; and
- Not feel obligated to work alone; peer support is available via The Equity Consortium network at any time.
Orientations are offered on an as needed basis by emailing julia@TheEquityConsortium.com. It is expected that an Evaluator already be familiar with elements of institutional and systemic racism, sexism, ableism and the intersections within. Orientation therefore shall focus mainly on 1) Introducing the Equity Factors Assessment process, 2) The online platform to access a personal account, and 3) The easy navigation of The Equity Consortium’s support network.
To apply, complete the online introductions by clicking on the button below. Questions? Please feel welcome to contact Julia Ismael, julia@TheEquityConsortium.com, or call/text (206) 303-8978. We aim to reply to all inquiries within 24 hours. Thank you for your interest and support. We look forward to it being mutual.
Meet We, The People who run things.We thrive at the intersections of race, gender identity, physical and neuro-abilities, age, religion, and beyond. We represent advocates of equity who work in all fields and sectors, across geography, and for all missions. Some are recognized with official titles, and many more are not; but one purpose unites us: We Institutionalize Equity.
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Julia Ismael (she/her)Head Architect of Aspirations
julia@theequityconsortium.com bIOGRAPHY
Julia's two word mission is to Institutionalize Equity. Yet, even as Founder and Head Architect of Aspirations, the title she is most proud of is Mother of Three. Julia boldly finds joy in bringing the gift of equity to the world by standardizing workplace complaint systems and offering community created equity assessments for organizations across size, field, and sector. Moreover, Julia finds satisfaction in providing equity advocates and practitioners with these very tools that help us all in our collective mission to rebalance power and enjoy financial security by providing a system of mutual support. She looks forward to the Consortium's monthly listening circles, a place between work and home to share story, curiosity, and wisdom as a necessary space to plan our collective future.
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Taquesha Dean (she/her)Head Architect of Transformation
taquesha@theequityconsortium.com bIOGRAPHY
Taquesha is a dreamer, believer, disruptor, and healing facilitator. She is passionate about supporting Black communities, and expanding community access to power to facilitate change. She received her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) and Master’s in Public Health (MPH) from the University of Washington, and currently owns a clinical practice where she provides therapeutic support to Black individuals throughout Washington State. |
Azura Tyabji (she/her)Lieutenant of Logistics
people@theequityconsortium.com bIOGRAPHY
Azura served as the 2018-19 Seattle Youth Poet Laureate and National Youth Poet Ambassador for the West. Her debut poetry collection, Stepwell, was released by Poetry Northwest and her second book, Dear Azula, I Have a Crush on Danny Phantom was published in 2021. Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, she continues to write in pursuit of healing, community, and justice. |
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