It’s been a minute since we last talked about our community agreements. That is not to say that we haven’t been embodying them every single day however I think it is equally important to make sure we know what is expected from anyone coming to these workouts. This week the topic of being inclusive has hit me from multiple avenues (work training, speeches for an upcoming event, the book I am reading, the tv show I was watching etc.) so I want specifically make mentioned of that. NP is for everyone. It does not mean that everyone has the capacity to participate but if and when someone is willing to #JustShowUp they are welcome. “We are continuously working towards being a more inclusive environment by welcoming all, regardless of their fitness level, age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or political beliefs, and expect all our members to appreciate that diversity.” This reflection is not caused by anything but is a key reminder of what this community stands for – and I would personally say what it means to be a good human. In there entirety here are all the NP community agreements:
COME as you are.
There are no prerequisites for showing up to November Project. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what fitness level you are at, we want you to show up wholly as you are. We are continuously working towards being a more inclusive environment by welcoming all, regardless of their fitness level, age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or political beliefs, and expect all our members to appreciate that diversity.
ELEVATE, MOTIVATE, SUPPORT others
We are proud of our individual results but we cherish collective accomplishments. We inspire one another with hard work, we lead through our actions, and we support with our words. Nothing less will be tolerated, both at workouts and on online communities/social media.
RESPECT…
- Individual Boundaries
- We prohibit and do not tolerate sexual harassment, misconduct or assault at the workplace, during the workout, or at any other NP-related activity (M.O.M., NPSUMMIT, social events, etc). The definition of Sexual Harassment can be found at RAINN website.
- Physical contact is a part of November Project culture, via hugs, high fives, and partner exercises. We expect leaders and members to always respect one another’s personal space, especially those who are not comfortable and choose not to partake.
- Our Identities
- Our emotional experiences and social attributes define our identities. We respect and celebrate those unique traits that make our communities more vibrant and diverse.
- Our Neighbors
- Building communities through free fitness can not happen without respecting the residents of the neighborhoods where our workouts take place.
- Our Environment
- Outdoor spaces should be left better than how they were found. Let’s do everything in our collective power to make environmentally conscious choices.
- Agenda Free Motives
- November Project will always be about building community through free morning workouts. Any topic that distracts from that mission will not be entertained during the workout.
GROW Community
Connecting with the members of the community, both at the workout and not, engaging in local events, and supporting your neighbors, all while inviting them to participate in November Project workouts is how the grassroots word-of-mouth growth happens organically. So, keep connecting face-to-face out there in the world and let’s see how big we can get this movement to grow.
LEAD Together
We ask members to be active participants at November Project workouts and events, while also representing this community seven days a week. We all have a role and a responsibility to represent this global movement. From wearing #GrassrootsGear around the world, being November Project member does not stop at 7:30AM. Kindness, accountability, and hard work, are contagious, so feel free to spread them around.
CALL IN
At November Project, we choose to call others in, as opposed to out. We ask members to engage in thoughtful conversation, with active listening, when presented with a disagreement or potentially offensive action. Learning from one another in these diverse environments will only further grow our communities and move us forward with love and respect. If you ever feel unsafe or do not feel comfortable engaging in these types of conversations, please tell a co-leader or email November Project HQ at november.proj@gmail.com with the details.
I cannot end this blog without giving special thanks to Tom and Christine who have graciously gifted this community its first ever sandwich board!!! How cool is this thing! Now anyone passing by will know what the heck these people at 6am are doing haha.
Also do you have a cool idea for a birthday tag? We want to hear it! We aren’t sure just yet how we’ll do tagging for our 10th birthday celebration but that shouldn’t stop us from thinking of an epic design. Come talk to Lazina or I or email us!
Keep being awesome,
Rob
Announcements:
Friday – Walterdale hill
Monday May 22nd (May long weekend) – Sunrise 6k
10th birthday day tag – Do you have a cool idea for a tag? We want to hear it! We aren’t sure just yet how we’ll do tagging for the celebration but that shouldn’t stop us from thinking of an epic design. Come talk to Lazina or I or email us
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