Here are some of the frameworks that the Society drew from in developing this inclusive policy:

In line with our mandate to stimulate and encourage flamenco on Vancouver Island, for the benefit of our community, and making flamenco accessible for everyone, the Society has developed a membership/pricing structure to maximize participation and inclusion. Your contribution may be your presence, time, or finances—all are equally valuable. 

When you decide how to contribute to the Society, we invite you to consider the words of Dr. Bayo Akomolafe below. Your contribution may be structured by these, and many other, factors:

• Historical discrimination faced by your peoples
• Your financial wealth (Do you have retirement savings?)
• Your access to income and financial wealth, both current and anticipated (How easily could you earn more income compared to other people in your country and in the world? Do you expect to receive an inheritance?)
• People counting on your financial livelihood including dependents and community members
• The socio-economic conditions of your locale (relative to other places in your country and in the world)