Diversity at the ELCA
The ELCA Constitution directs the Churchwide Organization to strive for inclusivity in all aspects of its hiring. The goal is 10% persons of color. Consistently since 1988, Churchwide Organization has had over 25% persons of color among its staff.
Units such as
Church in Society and
Multicultural Ministries directly deal with issues promoting and encouraging diversity. The Inter-unit Staff Team on Inclusivity promotes the beauty and learning that is experienced through diversity within the Lutheran Center.