SRD Recruiting For Regional Accessibility And Inclusion Committee

The SRD is recruiting volunteer members for the Regional Accessibility and Inclusion Committee.

This week marks National AccessAbility Week in Canada - a time to raise awareness of the critical need for accessibility and inclusion for all in our communities and workplaces and to celebrate the contributions of persons with disabilities.

The new SRD committee is a partnership with its member municipalities (City of Campbell River, Village of Gold River, Village of Sayward, Village of Tahsis, and Village of Zeballos), Vancouver Island Regional Library, School Districts, and other public sector organizations.

A joint regional approach was pursued to encourage collaboration between organizations, reduce duplication, and respect volunteer members’ time.

The Committee will provide advice on identifying and removing barriers to accessibility and inclusion throughout the region. 

The accessibility plan will act as a road map for continual progress toward accessibility and inclusion for all.

The regional partners are seeking Strathcona area residents with disabilities, disability advocates and support workers, and people who reflect the diversity of the region to participate and volunteer on the committee.

The Committee will consist of at least seven, and up to twelve voting members, representing partnering organizations, the public, businesses, and community interests within the Strathcona region.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 23.

Visit Strathcona Regional District for more information.