Improving Campus Climate for Students of all Religious, Secular, and Spiritual Identities: The INSPIRES Index as a Best Practice in Chaplaincy

Abstract

The Interfaith, Spiritual, Religious, and Secular Campus Climate Index (INSPIRES Index) is a free tool that assesses a campus's dedication to fostering an inclusive environment for students of diverse religious, secular, and spiritual identities. When used by chaplains, INSPIRES can enhance student experiences and support more effective advocacy for important changes to administrators.