At IMPACT Community Action Partnership, we firmly believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every individual. We recognize that racism perpetuates systemic barriers that contribute to poverty and social inequality. Our work to combat poverty is rooted in the understanding that poverty disproportionately affects marginalized communities, especially people of color. We recognize that systemic racism perpetuates cycles of poverty, creating barriers to education, employment, housing, healthcare, and overall well-being. Therefore, we are committed to actively dismantling racism and promoting anti-racism within our organization and the communities we serve. 

As it pertains to this work, IMPACT, including its leadership and staff, are imperfect.  Our policies and procedures have not been serving all who we intend to serve. Our day-to-day approaches are still not creating equitable outcomes. This is why we must and will continuously strive to create an inclusive and equitable environment. We value the differences in our community and among the people we serve, and we celebrate all of the unique ways they contribute.  We believe we must address the structural injustices and biases that perpetuate disparities so we can achieve true equity.

To fulfill our commitment to anti-racism, we pledge to:

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• Advocate for policy changes: We will actively engage with policymakers to promote legislation that addresses systemic racism and promotes equitable opportunities for all individuals. We will support policies that dismantle discriminatory practices, ensure fair access to resources, and foster social and economic justice.

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• Collaborate with partners: We will actively seek collaborations with organizations and groups that share our commitment to racial equity and social justice. By working together, we can leverage our collective strengths to address the root causes of poverty and racism. 

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• Utilize our equity framework: We will fully engage with the equity framework to ensure equitable access to services while deliberately advancing diversity and inclusion in our workforce and board structure. We will actively seek out and amplify the voices of marginalized communities, ensuring that their perspectives are heard, valued, and incorporated into our work.