Equity and Inclusion
Purpose
The Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center belongs to the nonprofit Sound Generations, advocating for the wellbeing of older adults. At Sound Generations we embrace the belief that racial and other social identities should be respected and affirmed. We’ve built a culturally responsive organization that strives to be equitable and inclusive by providing our team of staff, volunteers and board members with the tools needed to address institutionalized racism and other forms of oppression.
How Our Mission Moves Us
The mission of Sound Generations directs us to promote the emotional, social, and physical well-being of all older adults and we are committed to building a team of staff, board members and volunteers who are culturally responsive and committed to equity and inclusion. Our services are more culturally accessible and relevant to individuals of diverse backgrounds and are recognized as such in the community.
Four Equity & Inclusion Goal Strategies
Sound Generations has established an Equity & Inclusion Organizational Goal that aligns with the organization’s overall mission. Our strategy involves working across departments to focus on four key Equity & Inclusion Goals:
- Building a common language and a long-term commitment throughout the organization
- Improving accountability to the community
- Creating a more welcoming environment
- Encouraging systemic change at the institutional level
The Shoreline Lake Forest Park Senior Center’s Heritage Celebration Months

2023 Month | Heritage Celebrated |
January | Social Justice Month |
February | African American History Month |
March | National Women’s History Month |
April | Arab American History Month |
May | Jewish American Heritage Month |
June | LGBTQ Pride Month ; Juneteenth |
July | Immigrant Heritage Month |
August | Ukrainian American Heritage Month; Shoreline History Month |
September | National Hispanic-Latino Heritage Month |
October | Filipino American Heritage Month |
November | Native American (First Nations) Heritage Month |
December |