"Diversity is where everyone is invited to the party. Equity means that everyone gets to contribute to the playlist. Inclusion
means that everyone has the opportunity to dance." — Dr. Robert Sellers, Vice Provost for Equity and Inclusion & Chief
Diversity Officer, University of Michigan
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in genealogical research involves seeking out the stories, histories and experiences for
individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, different races, ethnicities, cultures, abilities and sexual orientations.
As genealogists and family history researchers we need to avoid perpetuating biases present in historical records, promote
equity, consider multiple perspectives, use inclusive language and reflect the richness and complexity of human experiences.
Holly, a Québec Genealogical eSociety member, is Vice-Chair, APGCAN (Association of Professional Genealogists Canada Chapter),
Charter Genealogist at AncestreeDetectives, genealogist at Sir Guy Carleton Branch (Ottawa) and Heritage Branch (Montreal) of
UELAC. Her genealogy website is https://familyfootprints.ca/ Holly’s goal is to be a Lifelong learner and use her skills to help others.
She successfully completed the Genealogical Research Certificate from Boston University in May 2020. She is a member of several
genealogy societies and organizations to keep up with advances in the genealogical field. Holly graduated from the Diploma program
in Public Relations Management at McGill University in 2013. Her B.A. Double Major, Journalism/Political Science, Concordia University
is from the Stone Age. Holly is retired from a 37yr+ career in Broadcast Media.
