ARCC News
What is DEI? | A Brief Introduction to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
By ashlong |
This year, the United States has seen a concerning emphasis on the targeted mischaracterization and removal of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Sources often attribute the “beginnings” of DEI to…
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This Women’s History Month, Let’s Remember Powerful Trans Women of the Stonewall Riots
By ashlong |
March is Women’s History Month, with International Women’s Day falling on March 8th. Given the recent events surrounding the Stonewall monument, let’s take a moment to acknowledge a few key…
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What is Medical Racism?
By Anti-Racism Commitment Coalition |
Medical racism is one of the largest problems in the U.S. healthcare system today, yet many people do not know it exists. Since the beginning of modern medicine, black people and other people of color have not been taken seriously when it comes to medical issues.
Read More The History of Voter Suppression, Is it Really History?
By Anti-Racism Commitment Coalition |
March 2024 Post Civil War Voter Suppression Voter suppression has been practiced in the United States since at least the end of Reconstruction (1865–77). The Fourteenth (1868) and Fifteenth (1870) amendments to the U.S. Constitution, guaranteed U.S. citizenship and equal civil and legal…
Read More DeepDive Medical Racism Follow-Up Resources
By pwsbuilder |
Following a great conversation with Glahnnia “Renn’ee” Rates on the DeepDive Talkshow, here are several resources for viewers interested in learning more about medical racism, health equity, and patient advocacy…
Read More The Climate Crisis: Impacts on Social Equity
By pwsbuilder |
January 2024 As international organizations and governments become increasingly concerned about the current climate crisis, a stark truth has emerged: our global predicament is no longer limited to environmental calamity,…
Read More The History and Continuing Relevance of the Black Panther Party
By pwsbuilder |
December 2023 If, in the current era of tense political division, normalized racism, and record hate crime frequency, you feel you’re living in a cataclysmic déjà vu reality, you’re not…
Read More Native American Heritage Month: Land Sovereignty, Food Decolonization, and Paths Forward
By pwsbuilder |
November 2023 November is National Native American Heritage Month (also called American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month), and it’s a time to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and histories…
Read More How Socially Conscious Art and Music Can Spread Anti-Racism
By pwsbuilder |
October 2023 Art and music have long been powerful media for social change. They can challenge the status quo, inspire empathy, and even catalyze movements. One of the most impactful…
Read More What you Should Know About Hispanic Heritage Month
By pwsbuilder |
September 2023 Each year from September 15 to October 15, millions of Americans celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. It’s a great time of year to learn about what it means to…
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