The WYLA pledge helps students know and understand the WYLA code of conduct. By creating an environment of understanding, diversity and mutual respect, these elements will permeate leadership styles.
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That all people should be valued and appreciated; that every person is a treasure worthy of dignity and respect; that diversity in humans is a strength; and that by pre-judging people and holding biases, we will miss the beauty within each individual person. |
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That it is natural for people to be uncomfortable with those who are different from themselves, but we will work to overcome these feelings; and that people have different abilities, appearances, beliefs, ethnicities, experiences and identities, and we realize that the world is a better place because of these differences. |
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To be aware of our biases and the ways we pre-judge people; to try to get to know the person who may look, dress, think or live differently than we do; and to strive to overcome our biases and our temptations to pre-judge people. |
