• To raise awareness and focus attention on the importance and value of inclusive communities.
• To motivate cities and towns to make a public commitment to building inclusive communities.
• To provide support to local officials in focused efforts around affordable housing, race and ethnic relations, and equal citizen participation in community decision-making.
• To share valuable insights, experiences, and lessons learned among the participating cities and towns.
• To recognize, publicize, and celebrate the work of cities and towns that join the Partnership.

1. The first step in joining the Partnership is passing a resolution reaffirming your community's commitment to promoting inclusion. 
2. Send a copy of your resolution and contact information to NLC.  Once we receive it, your city or town will be enrolled in the Partnership.
3. Our staff will contact you to arrange how to send you a complimentary road sign that will serve as a daily reminder that your community is working toward a better future for its citizens.
4. Our office will continue working with you to point out the programs and activities already available in your community that help promote the values of diversity and inclusiveness.
5. Contact our staff, and read through this website to get additional ideas on what other cities are doing to build inclusive communities.
6. Download the Tool Kit, which includes: information on joining; sample resolution; sample press release; list of steps cities can take to promote inclusive communities; and examples of successful programs, policies and activities. Other NLC resources provide information on the research work of NLC and municipalities to promote equality, effective governance and diversity.

If you are a resident of a city or town, and not an elected official, can you become involved with the Partnership For Working Toward Inclusive Communities? OF COURSE! 

Here is what you can do to support our Partnership:

• If your city is not a partner already, provide your local elected officials with information about the program or point them towards the National League of Cities' website at /.
• Volunteer to help your local elected officials in programs that promote inclusive communities.
• Encourage your neighborhood to participate in events and meetings sponsored by your city or other groups to promote inclusive communities.
• Be a role model by becoming a visible supporter, encouraging others to join your effort to act inclusively.
• Read our Additional Resources and Guides to find more solutions for your city.