What is Racial Equity?

Racial equity…

• Repairs centuries of damage caused by white supremacy
• Relies on actions that are intentional and targeted
• Focuses on the structural, institutional and interpersonal impacts of racism
• Provides access to opportunities and resources
• Analyzes history and current conditions to identify key problem areas

What does a racially equitable society look like?

• Access to resources and opportunities is not determined by race
• Societal structures, systems, and practices promote fairness
• Families and individuals can thrive and flourish by embracing all aspects of their identity
• The most vulnerable in society are enabled to achieve social mobility
• The most vulnerable in society are heard describing the impacts of oppression in their lives
• All people are valued and recognized under the belief that strength comes from diversity