Fergus Falls partners with UMN Extension for inclusion assessment; residents encouraged to take online surveys before Dec. 10

Fergus Falls, MN (KBRF) – A group in Fergus Falls has joined hands with the University of Minnesota Extension to conduct a comprehensive assessment focusing on inclusion.

The initiative aims to understand the dynamics of inclusivity within multiple social sectors within the community and identify areas for improvement.

The “Fergus Falls Welcoming and Inclusive Communities Assessment” is designed by the University of Minnesota Extension to evaluate both organizational and community-led efforts in embracing diversity.

According a news release, the assessment focuses on seven key social sectors:

the school system
health care system
law enforcement
local government
non-profit organizations (including social services, service clubs, and local foundations)
religious organizations
and Business community/chamber

Recognizing that each sector may encounter and adapt to change differently, the assessment aims to gauge how each sector addresses inclusion.

Residents are encouraged to participate in the assessment by completing short surveys for as many of the seven sectors as they wish.

The survey is designed to be user-friendly and time-efficient, and takes only about 5 minutes per survey.

The website site for the assessment is: https://sites.google.com/umn.edu/fergusfallswelcoming/home

To find a link to the survey page, check out our station’s website or find the link on the Lakes Area Radio app.

The deadline to complete the surveys is Sunday, December 10.

Following the completion of the assessment, the University of Minnesota Extension will evaluate the responses and share its findings in January 2024.

For any inquiries about the assessment, individuals are encouraged to contact Scott Chazdon, Extension Evaluation and Research Specialist, at 612-624-0982 or via email at schazdon@umn.edu.

Story by Zakk Daniels / KBRF