For the last 30 years, United Way has taken an intentional approach to naming racial disparity in our community and working to measurably reduce inequity. Starting with Schools of Hope (literacy), advancing through the Agenda for Change (education, income and health) and now taking that nationally recognized work forward to coordinate 2Gen (caregivers and children together), we frame community issues, mobilize community support and invest in effective community programs to increase progress on complex issues in Dane County.

There is still so much to be done. We continue to work towards addressing the historic and present forces that suppress racial injustice.

We understand the need for every organization to become an equity leader and an inclusive workforce, we suggest the following steps on the road to equity:

•  Have a dual focus on operationalizing equity internally and in our community work

•  Include and prioritize the voices of those most affected

•  Ensure that decision making is transparent and involves staff and communities who are most affected

•  Be informed by history and data

•  Be creative and non-linear

•  Provide continuous training to refine knowledge, commitment, skills, practice and reflection

•  Acknowledge that successful outcomes will manifest in different forms, including better internal policies,
   stronger community results and improved relationships and processes

•  Involve CEOs, board leadership and members, and staff

•  Be about action as well as talk

Below you will find Equity Resources we hope will guide your progress to become an informed partner for the betterment of our community.

Together, we are The Power of Many. Working for All.