UNDOING RACISM
Children’s Alliance’s work is grounded in the fundamental belief that a spark of genius exists in every child. But for too many of our children, racism and poverty create barriers that prevent them from unlocking their vast potential.
Because racism is so deeply embedded in all aspects of our society, kids who are Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) experience a disproportionate number of barriers to the opportunities they need to grow up healthy, safe, and economically secure.
Racism is embedded in the institutions, systems, and policies that affect our kids’ lives. Any policy solution that is intended to improve their lives must address this central truth and strive to undo the racism that is at the root of these unjust disparities. At Children’s Alliance, we unapologetically pursue policy solutions that address the needs of children who are furthest from opportunity. We believe that this approach will shrink and ultimately eliminate historically persistent outcomes gaps, building a better shared future for all Washingtonians.
Our organization’s core values of Empowerment, Equity, Inclusion and Introspection guide our work every day and can provide you with helpful ideas of where you can start or continue on your journey towards undoing racism