Diversity & Ethnicity Statement

Anti-Racism/Ethnic Discrimination Statement

Adopted 5-18-2021
Executive Committee

UNITED WAY OF NW Oklahoma ANTI-RACISM/ETHNIC DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT (Endorsed by the United Way Worldwide Board, December 2020) We recognize structural racism, ethnic discrimination and other forms of oppression have contributed to racial disparities that have existed in the past and persist in the present. We acknowledge those inequities are the result of policies and practices that work to marginalize entire populations of people. We unequivocally denounce racism/ethnic discrimination because it undermines the well-being and vitality of our communities. Our United Way Partners seek to dismantle disparities and strive to engage residents and community members, especially those whose voices have traditionally been marginalized, in the shared work of fortifying equity and empowerment. We work with public and private partners to co-create solutions that ensure everyone has the resources, support, opportunities and networks they need to thrive. We commit to leveraging all of our assets (e.g., convening, strategic investments, awareness building, advocacy) to create more equitable communities.