The document outlines a postulate of diversity endorsed by a teacher preparation program's faculty. The postulate defines diversity as acceptance and respect for individuals' uniqueness across dimensions including race, gender, sexuality, beliefs, abilities and more. The goal is for individuals to understand and celebrate diversity within each person rather than just tolerate differences.

1. Programa de Preparación de MaestrosP.O. Box 6150Aguadilla, P. R. 00604-6150Tel. (787) 890-2681-342900-571500 Postulate of Diversity The commitment to diversity endorsed by the unit’s faculty is established and defines by the following postulate (2009): The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect in all manners. It means understanding that each individual, in any kind of scenarios is unique, and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, color, ethnic origin, gender, sexual preference, nationality, socio-economic status, age, physical or mental abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. The elements of diversity are also in ideas, language, teaching and groups. Understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual is our goal. vnrr/2009