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Here is ours:
MULTICULTURALISM AND DIVERSITY AWARENESS POLICY
Whereas, Phi Sigma Sigma was founded by a group of friends who at the time could not all join the same sorority because of their varying religious faiths; and
Whereas, Phi Sigma Sigma has and always will maintain a non-scripture based ritual; and
Whereas, Phi Sigma Sigma’s constitution, bylaws and policies have NEVER tolerated membership selection based on discrimination; and
Whereas, Phi Sigma Sigma is a private membership organization for women; and
Whereas, candidates for collegiate membership in the Fraternity shall be fully matriculated in an institution where a chapter is located and shall be selected based upon their meeting the eligibility requirements prescribed in the local and national constitutions, and according to the rules set forth by the College Panhellenic Association, the host institution, and the National Panhellenic Conference Unanimous Agreements;
Therefore be it resolved that membership in each chapter shall be determined by performance, educational achievement and criteria related to the goals and purpose of the fraternity. Membership is open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, handicap, disability, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law or ordinance.
Be it further resolved that Phi Sigma Sigma encourages education on the national and local levels with respect to multiculturalism and diversity awareness and advocates sensitivity to such topics as it relates to daily living situations and fraternity activities.
Be it further resolved that each Phi Sigma Sigma chapter shall establish a Multiculturalism and Diversity Celebration Committee whose purpose it shall be to conduct an on-going program to develop an understanding and appreciation for cultural and other heritages brought to the group by its membership.
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