Diversity

Advocacy & Outreach

Diversity 

The Akron Cleveland Association of Realtors® (ACAR) Diversity Committee works collaboratively to ensure a supportive and welcoming environment in which people of all backgrounds and demographic characteristics feel welcome and a sense of belonging.

Areas of focus include but are not limited to relating diversity, equity, and inclusion to the Akron Cleveland Association of Realtors® Strategic Plan, mission, values, and objectives.

ACAR Reaffirms Its Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

In light of recent national developments, the Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS® (ACAR) reaffirms its strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within both our organization and the broader real estate industry. Our DEI strategy will continue to focus on education and advocacy, working to break down barriers and create an environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to ensuring that diversity remains a core element of our culture. Now more than ever, we remain resolute in our mission to build a more inclusive community where every individual is valued

DEI-Statement:

The Akron Cleveland Association of Realtors® DEI strategy will be focused on educating and advocating to remove barriers and welcome people of all backgrounds. We will strive to ensure that diversity is always within our culture.

We will hold our members and the industry accountable by implementing action steps with measurable outcomes while amplifying all diverse voices. "We are all stronger together.

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Recent Diversity News

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04/24/2026
The Local Lineup: Housing Policy Brief
Parma, OH Fair Housing Month Declaration (Resolution No. 63-26) Parma passed Resolution 63-26 formally recognizing April 2026 as
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04/23/2026
EPA Lead Brochure Updated
EPA Updates Lead Hazard Pamphlet The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released an updated version of its lead
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04/21/2026
Parma City Council Recognizes April 2026 as Fair Housing Month
On April 20, 2026, ACAR’s CEO Mike Valerino headed to Parma City Council to show support for a
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