Columbus has created and curated a vibrant community full of organizations, clubs, businesses, and cultures. Because of these elements, it creates a very welcoming, unique, and special environment for different people with various walks of life.
Numerous affirmative actions have been taking place ever since the Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964. With different organizations, clubs, and traditions starting, countless lives have been affected by numerous communities. Similarities of a person’s race, sexuality, heritage, religion and moral goals have helped societies grow and bond by being focused on specific qualities of themselves.
Harvard Business School Article mentions that “diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are essential to fostering a positive work culture.”
Author Michael Boyles also mentions that “through exposure to diverse perspectives, you can improve employee morale, promote business ethics, and drive creative problem-solving and innovation.”
From a more community-based perspective, Columbus has multiple statistics showing the differences in its population. According to data.census.gov, 17.4% of the population speaks a language other than language at home, with Spanish being the most spoken language other than English. According to columbus.in.us, 54 languages are spoken throughout the school system.
Along with multiple languages being spoken, Columbus also has a diverse population in regards to race. According to bestneighborhood.org, Columbus has a diversity rate of 78 out of 100, which is higher than communities surrounding Columbus.
A common place that diversity can be located in the community of Columbus is here at Columbus North. SWENEXT, Multicultural Student Club, L.O.V.E Club and Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) are all clubs that students here can participate in. By students having the ability to participate in clubs that they identify with, they have the opportunity to express themselves in a setting where their peers have shared opinions, situations and find a sense of belonging.
Along with clubs in schools, the community that Columbus has curated has festivals and events that are based on celebrating the differences that unite the community. Ethnic Expo draws attention to multiple cultures that have been in the community, from Asian to Latino to European and far more. Other events include Columbus Pride and Fiesta Latina, with many more different events popping up year round. Having festivities such as these fosters a sense of belonging and celebrates the differences that makes our Columbus community diverse.
