Our Commitment to Equity

A photo of Easterseals DC MD VA President & CEO Jon Horowitch, accompanies a quote by him, "I joined Easterseals DC MD VA almost 20 years ago because of our commitment to an equitable community. At that time, our programs tied to my personal passions: preventing institutionalization of adults with medical needs and ensuring that children – especially from low-income families and with disabilities – have a great start in life. Since then, we’ve added new services, including employment support and mental health care, to build a hopeful, inclusive community. “As a data-driven leader, I also recognize the importance of setting targets and reporting on progress toward them. Therefore, I’m delighted that our Board has agreed to share information that documents our goals and progress toward equity in our programs, staff, and Board."



Creating a hopeful, inclusive community, as Easterseals DC MD VA envisions, begins with ensuring that our program participants, staff, and Board leadership feel a genuine sense of belonging to our organization. Offering everyone a seat at the table is, however, only a start; true equity comes when everyone around the table feels welcome and has their voice heard.

Our organization therefore works intentionally to:

  • Attract participants who can benefit from Easterseals programs, regardless of their ability to pay
  • Recruit staff and Board members who reflect the diversity of our community and bring a variety of perspectives
  • Include all voices in decision making

These pages represent our commitment to transparency, accountability, and improvement. We have made progress toward our goals, but our journey to achieve them continues. 

See how we’re building representation and fostering a culture of inclusion in each area, below.

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