Our Mission and Vision
To be the center of the Greater Mankato area, working together to build a welcoming, inclusive, and harmonious community through diversity education and meaningful action.
Vision
To cultivate awareness, foster connections, and fuel progress through education, to strengthen our vibrant and diverse community.
Mission
Core Tenets
Integrity ● Diversity ● Courage ● Community
At GMDC, we are dedicated to enhancing the commitment of the Greater Mankato area to cultivate inclusivity, fostering a warm and welcoming community through the power of diversity education. We strive to bridge divides, ignite conversations, and empower individuals and organizations alike to embrace the richness of our differences and work collectively towards a more united, equitable, and harmonious future.
GMDC’s IDEA
At the Greater Mankato Diversity Council, we’ve embraced the IDEA framework: Inclusion, Diversity, Education, and Action. It is our compass for fostering a more inclusive, diverse, educated, and action-oriented community. Join us in embracing these principles for a stronger Greater Mankato.
Inclusion
All together with each person having equitable access, a valued voice, and a sense of belonging
Diversity
A mix of differences that make US unique
Education
Sharing unbiased information to acquire knowledge and empower learning and growth
Action
Measurable efforts to move forward and create positive change