IICR Survey v001d – 2026

I am aware that I tend to avoid or seek out opportunities for interaction with people from racial or cultural groups different from my own.

I intentionally put myself in settings (e.g., community events, social gatherings) where I can be around people from different racial or cultural groups.

 I am willing to start a conversation with someone from a different racial or cultural group.

 I make an effort to regularly be in diverse spaces, not just as a one-time event.

I actively help others feel welcome and navigate cross-cultural settings, using my own comfort to put them at ease.

 I am aware that fostering a just and inclusive community is a valuable goal for society.

I am actively seeking to understand how principles of justice and inclusion align with my own values.

I have consciously integrated the values of justice and inclusion into my personal identity and moral framework.

My actions and choices are consistently guided by my commitment to justice and inclusion.

I proactively advocate for and defend the values of justice and inclusion in my various communities.

 I am aware that social and cultural systems (e.g., housing, education) can perpetuate racial inequality.

I make an effort to learn more about how these systemic forces operate and their historical roots.

I regularly use my understanding of these systems to analyze current events and my own experiences.

My analysis of social systems directly influences my decisions and actions in my personal and professional life.

I facilitate discussions and educate others to help them develop their own critical analysis of social systems.

I recognize that I have a moral or spiritual responsibility to contribute to a more inclusive and just community.

I am reflecting on my unique gifts and experiences to understand how I am being called to serve the work of inclusion and justice.

I have a growing sense of clarity about my specific purpose—my vocation—in the larger movement for inclusive community.

My actions are guided by a deep sense of spiritual purpose or moral conviction; this work is a fulfillment of my faith or core values.

I help others discern their own sacred potential and spiritual calling to participate in this work.

 I am familiar with different forms of social justice activism and engagement.

I have participated in trainings or educational events to build my skills as an advocate or activist.

 I consistently take part in organized actions, events, or groups that work for justice and inclusion.

I am a committed member of a group with a clear strategy for achieving justice and inclusion in our community.

I take a leadership role in organizing, strategizing, and mobilizing others for collective action.

 I am aware of various spiritual, reflective, or communal practices that can prevent burnout and sustain well-being.

I am exploring different practices to find which ones effectively renew my energy and commitment.

I have a regular, personal practice that I use to maintain my resilience and inspiration for this work.

I am part of a community that actively practices mutual care and support to sustain our collective efforts.

 I create and hold space for others to engage in practices that renew and sustain them.

I am aware that my interactions with people from different racial or cultural groups are often polite but superficial.

I actively seek to have meaningful conversations with people from different backgrounds about our lives, experiences, and values.

I am willing to be vulnerable and share my own perspectives and feelings in these cross-cultural relationships.

I have developed genuine friendships with people from different racial or cultural groups where we care about and support each other.

I leverage the trust in my cross-cultural relationships to co-lead initiatives and publicly model authentic partnership for others to see.

 I think about the importance of passing on the work of building inclusive community to future generations.

 I initiate conversations with younger people about the ongoing need for this work.

 I intentionally seek opportunities to advise and support younger people in their own journey with this work.

 I consciously model commitment and effective action for others to witness and learn from.

 I actively recruit and develop new leaders, creating structures to ensure the work continues.

I actively reflect on my biases, privilege, or role in fostering racial and cultural inclusion.

I acknowledge that I have more to learn about racial and cultural inclusion, but I sometimes struggle to be honest about my limitations or biases.

I intentionally reflect on my biases and privilege, and I recognize that becoming more inclusive is an ongoing learning process.

I am honest about my strengths and weaknesses in racial and cultural inclusion and am open to feedback when I fall short.

I actively hold myself and others accountable for meaningful engagement in racial and cultural inclusion, ensuring that my actions align with my stated values.