On May 7, 2021, Governor Phil Scott proclaimed the following:
- The State of Vermont formally condemns discrimination in all of its forms and welcomes all people who want to live and work and add richness to our State, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, or disability and will protect these classes to the fullest extent of the law.
- Let the second week of May be known as Inclusion Week to emphasize these ongoing efforts to make Vermont a more inviting state for all people.
- I call upon all Vermonters to denounce prejudice, to openly acknowledge and address our own implicit bias and welcome and celebrate all people, of all races, colors, religions, national origins, sex, gender identity or expression, ages, disabilities, and continue to work together to ensure every individual can live freely, equitably, and express their opinions free from fear, intolerance and prejudice.
State of Vermont
Executive Department
A Proclamation
WHEREAS, on May 7, 2021, Proclamation 21-061, A Proclamation of Inclusion, officially
established the second week of May as Inclusion Week in Vermont; and
WHEREAS, Vermont continues to lead by example in protecting civil rights, remaining steadfast
in our commitment to eliminate hatred, discrimination, and bigotry across all
institutions and systems to improve the lives of all who call Vermont home; and
WHEREAS, it is essential to foster a culture in which racial, ethnic, and other cultural disparities
are openly recognized and meaningfully addressed; and
WHEREAS, Vermont has taken important steps in this direction, including the creation of the
Racial Equity Advisory Panel and Racial Equity Task Force, as well as the
appointment of the State’s first Executive Director of Racial Equity; and
WHEREAS, the State remains committed to advancing racial and ethnic equity, and to cultivating
a diverse, inclusive society where all young people can thrive; and
WHEREAS, Vermont embraces people of all backgrounds—welcoming individuals and families
with a wide array of skills, traditions, and perspectives to live, work, and build their
futures here; and
WHEREAS, we also call on all Vermonters—including those in positions of leadership—to
actively reject prejudice and extend respect, dignity, and protection to every
individual, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or
expression, age, or disability.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Philip B. Scott, Governor, hereby proclaim May 10-16, 2026 as
INCLUSION WEEK in Vermont.
Given under my hand and the Great Seal of the State of
Vermont on this 9th day of May, A.D. 2026.
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Philip B. Scott
Governor
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