Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
As Realtors® sworn to strictly uphold a Code of Ethics, members of Williamsburg REALTORS® are committed to treating all clients, members of the public, and each other equally, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Demographics
Williamsburg REALTORS® demographics
VAR® demographics
Tools
In November 2020, NAR launched Fairhaven, a new fair housing simulation training for REALTORS® that uses the power of storytelling to help members identify, prevent, and address discriminatory practices in real estate.
In order to be successful in this industry, you need to diversify your business practices to reach everyone in your area. VAR have some tools for you to keep in mind throughout the year (and to save to come back to!) so you can continue to be inclusive in your business and everyday life.
Check out NAR’s Fair Housing page complete with information on the Fair Housing Action Plan. ACT emphasizes Accountability, Culture Change, and Training in order to ensure that American’s 1.4 million Realtors® are doing everything possible to protect housing rights in America.
At Home With Diversity is an educational experience designed to present a picture of the changing face of the real estate industry. More importantly, the class teaches REALTORS® how to work effectively with—and within—a rapidly changing multicultural market.
DEI Recommended Readings
Recent E-News articles …
- Veterans Day 2020: How to Better Assist Veterans in Their Home Ownership Process | Virginia REALTORS®
- Native American Homeownership | Virginia REALTORS®
- Black History Month 2021 | Virginia REALTORS®
- Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | Virginia REALTORS®
- Virginia REALTORS® Celebrates Women’s History Month | Virginia REALTORS®
- What Research Tells Us About Steering and Housing Discrimination | Virginia REALTORS®
- Celebrating the Heritage of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community | Virginia REALTORS®
- Celebrating Memorial Day with Intention | Virginia REALTORS®
- Celebrating Pride Month 2021 | Virginia REALTORS®
- Juneteenth 2021: From Slavery to Tulsa to Present Day | Virginia REALTORS®
Multicultural Organizations
Want to make a difference?
REALTOR® associations are designed to reflect the interests of their members and to promote the real estate industry. It is essential to have many different perspectives represented. This is YOUR association, and you have the ability to impact the real estate profession!
Serving your local or state-level association benefits your colleagues, your community, and the real estate industry. Volunteering can also benefit YOU! Getting involved with your professional association provides opportunities for strengthening relationships, building networks, and growing your business.
5 Steps to get Your Voice Heard
Ask about experiences volunteering with your local or state association. Find out what they gained from serving and what they recommend for getting involved.
Look at the conferences, workshops, trainings, and other events hosted by your association—many are free! Find one to attend!
Important information about events, professional development opportunities, and volunteer positions often come via e-mail. Be sure to check them out!
Your skills, passions, and interests are all valuable to your association. Talk about your community involvement, professional successes, and personal achievements.
Look at opportunities to serve on a committee or volunteer for an event—and sign up!
Volunteer!