The National Association of the Deaf embraces equity, diversity and inclusiveness as core values in achieving its mission. The NAD believes that diversity encompasses a wide range of abilities and perspectives which also requires providing the accessible tools that are of the best fit to each individual.*

The NAD is committed to building and maintaining an equitable and inclusive environment where differences of opinions, beliefs, and values are respected, valued, listened to, and discussed widely. Through inclusiveness, the NAD is committed to continuously strive for active participation, and elevate individuals that reflect the diversity of the deaf community (including Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Hard of Hearing and Late-Deafened) in the United States. The NAD also acknowledges that equity plays an important role in achieving inclusiveness.

The NAD pledges to enhance its policies and practices so that these adhere to the highest standards of equity, diversity and inclusiveness, and to work closely with its state and organizational affiliates to further this commitment.