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GARE Statement on the death of Tyre Nichols 

GARE Statement on the death of Tyre Nichols 

February 2, 2023

Our hearts are with Tyre Nichols’ family and the people of Memphis, Tennessee. A routine traffic stop by police officers should never lead to death; a child …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Working Together: Advancing Racial Equity Across Government

Working Together: Advancing Racial Equity Across Government

December 15, 2022

On Wednesday, November 17, 2022, GARE, its programmatic partner State of Equity, and the Federal Initiative for Racial Equity (FIRE) co-hosted Working Together: …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Our Foundational Work: GARE Staff Welcome New Team Members and Offer a Sneak Peek into Our Network’s Practitioner-led Future

Our Foundational Work: GARE Staff Welcome New Team Members and Offer a Sneak Peek into Our Network’s Practitioner-led Future

October 27, 2022

Our network comes together to listen, learn, apply, and innovate how we advance racial equity through the everyday decisions and responsibilities we hold as …

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Topics: Uncategorized

GARE and Race Forward Decry SCOTUS OVERTURN OF ROE V. WADE; DECISION WILL ADVERSELY AFFECT WOMEN OF COLOR AND MEMBERS OF LBGTQ+ COMMUNITIES

GARE and Race Forward Decry SCOTUS OVERTURN OF ROE V. WADE; DECISION WILL ADVERSELY AFFECT WOMEN OF COLOR AND MEMBERS OF LBGTQ+ COMMUNITIES

June 24, 2022

Contact: Cheryl Cato Blakemore media@raceforward.org This is an unbelievably sad day for women’s rights, reproductive justice, racial justice, and our …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Ripple Effect: Remaking Government into a Force for Racial Justice

Ripple Effect: Remaking Government into a Force for Racial Justice

June 24, 2022

The GARE Network has doubled in size almost every year since its founding, currently we have upwards of 430 member jurisdictions in our network. This means our …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Juneteenth: A First Step in the Long Work of Atonement

Juneteenth: A First Step in the Long Work of Atonement

June 19, 2022

This year marks the one-year anniversary of the federal government’s recognition of Juneteenth as a national holiday. Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation …

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Topics: Uncategorized

GARE Calls for Widespread Condemnation and Response to the White Nationalist Violence of the Buffalo Massacre

GARE Calls for Widespread Condemnation and Response to the White Nationalist Violence of the Buffalo Massacre

May 31, 2022

Our hearts are with the city of Buffalo and the loved ones of the ten Buffalo, NY community members who were murdered by an 18-year-old white male gunman in act …

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Topics: UncategorizedType: mass shootings, preventing white nationalist violence

Esri Launches New Solution to Help Communities Assess Social Equity

Esri Launches New Solution to Help Communities Assess Social Equity

January 6, 2022

Collaboration with GARE and Five Jurisdictions Produces Mapping Tool for Government In communities across the US, public and private sector organizations are …

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Topics: Uncategorized

California State Government Teams Complete Racial Equity Learning Program

California State Government Teams Complete Racial Equity Learning Program

November 17, 2021

Written by Lianne Dillon Launched in 2018, the Capitol Collaborative on Race and Equity (CCORE) represents a historic decision by the State of California to …

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Topics: GARE Updates

GARE Program Redesign Begins Summer 2021

GARE Program Redesign Begins Summer 2021

June 22, 2021

The GARE Network has expanded significantly since membership began with 12 jurisdictions in 2014. We are grateful that, today, over 330 jurisdictions …

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Topics: Commit to Action, GARE Updates

California Cabinet Secretaries Pass Racial Equity Resolution

California Cabinet Secretaries Pass Racial Equity Resolution

September 28, 2020

California Cabinet Secretaries Pass Racial Equity Resolution Action is the first of its kind by a multi-agency State body On August 26th, 2020, a Council …

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[Members Only] GARE Launches its 2020 Summer Innovation and Implementation Fund!

[Members Only] GARE Launches its 2020 Summer Innovation and Implementation Fund!

June 16, 2020

Implementation and Innovation Fund Summer 2020 Cycle The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) is pleased to announce our latest cycle of funding …

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Topics: Arts and Culture

JUSTICE NOW – RACE FORWARD STATEMENT

JUSTICE NOW – RACE FORWARD STATEMENT

June 2, 2020

  Race Forward Statement June 2, 2020 Dear colleagues and comrades: In the days since four Minneapolis Police Department officers killed …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Milwaukee County Passes Ordinance on Racial Equity!

Milwaukee County Passes Ordinance on Racial Equity!

May 26, 2020

The Milwaukee County government has been committed to understanding the link between race, government and health and how their institution has contributed to …

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Topics: Human ServicesParticipating Jurisdictions: Milwaukee County

Open Data, Water Quality and Equity: A Conversation with Greg Gearhart of the California Water Board

Open Data, Water Quality and Equity: A Conversation with Greg Gearhart of the California Water Board

May 4, 2020

Although water supply issues have risen to the national stage in recent years with media coverage of the Flint crisis and #NODAPL movement, there remains little …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: California

The People Behind the Movement: Anne Stuhldreher

The People Behind the Movement: Anne Stuhldreher

April 20, 2020

The City of San Francisco is Working Towards the Elimination of Fines and Fees. A Conversation with The Financial Justice Project's Director, Anne …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: San Francisco, California

The People Behind the Movement: Toni Newborn

The People Behind the Movement: Toni Newborn

April 7, 2020

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: St. Paul, Minnesota

Bringing Equity into the Library: A Conversation with Christy Mulligan, DEI Coordinator for the Hennepin County Library 

Bringing Equity into the Library: A Conversation with Christy Mulligan, DEI Coordinator for the Hennepin County Library 

March 24, 2020

Libraries are often considered one of the foremost democratic institutions in America. However, the American library system as a whole has struggled with issues …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Hennepin County, Minnesota

The People Behind the Movement: Alison Beason

The People Behind the Movement: Alison Beason

November 14, 2019

Spatial Data and Decision-Making with Alison Beason, Senior Policy Analyst for the City of Tacoma  What makes a city inclusive and livable? How can cities …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Tacoma, Washington

The City of Asheville hosts site visit for four equity leaders from four southern jurisdictions!

The City of Asheville hosts site visit for four equity leaders from four southern jurisdictions!

September 19, 2019

In August, the City of Asheville hosted four equity leaders from four southern jurisdictions for the day. The visit was an opportunity for learning, sharing and …

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Topics: Racial Equity Core TeamsParticipating Jurisdictions: Asheville, North Carolina

The People Behind the Movement: Kimberlee Archie

The People Behind the Movement: Kimberlee Archie

September 19, 2019

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Asheville, North Carolina

City of Asheville earns GIS award for racial equity mapping project!

City of Asheville earns GIS award for racial equity mapping project!

July 9, 2019

The City of Asheville was recently awarded the North Carolina G. Herbert Stout Award for Visionary Use of GIS in support of the City’s Mapping Racial Equity …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Asheville, North Carolina

Submit your proposal to host the 2020 GARE Membership Meeting!

Submit your proposal to host the 2020 GARE Membership Meeting!

June 24, 2019

The 2019 GARE Membership Meeting will be held in April 2020 at a location to be determined during the next 60 days. The event is anticipated to eclipse the 2019 …

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Topics: Uncategorized

The People Behind the Movement: Chuckwuemeka Manning

The People Behind the Movement: Chuckwuemeka Manning

June 19, 2019

  GARE member Chukwuemeka Manning talks about his impactful work with justice involved residents in Durham, North Carolina, and how GARE helps give …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Durham

Watch highlights from our 2019 Membership Meeting in Albuquerque, NM!

Watch highlights from our 2019 Membership Meeting in Albuquerque, NM!

May 29, 2019

Last moth, GARE had an amazing gathering and movement building experience in Albuquerque, New Mexico! We began our largest membership meeting to date by …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Perspectives in Equity in Hiring Practices Pt. 1: Daniel Garcia, Senior Equity and Inclusion Policy Advisor, Multnomah County. 

Perspectives in Equity in Hiring Practices Pt. 1: Daniel Garcia, Senior Equity and Inclusion Policy Advisor, Multnomah County. 

May 7, 2019

What are the obstacles to addressing workforce inequities through hiring? In this interview, we speak with Daniel Garcia, Senior Equity and Inclusion Policy …

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Topics: Human Resources, UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Multnomah County, Oregon

The People Behind the Movement: Mary Scott

The People Behind the Movement: Mary Scott

May 6, 2019

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Raising the Equity Bar for Minneapolis Neighborhoods

Raising the Equity Bar for Minneapolis Neighborhoods

March 12, 2019

David Rubedor, Director, Neighborhood and Community Relations Department, City of Minneapolis Over the past few years, the City of Minneapolis has been …

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Topics: Equitable Development, HousingParticipating Jurisdictions: Minneapolis, Minnesota

[GARE Members] Apply now for GARE’s Spring 2019 North Carolina Implementation and Innovation Fund! 

[GARE Members] Apply now for GARE’s Spring 2019 North Carolina Implementation and Innovation Fund! 

March 12, 2019

The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) continues to assemble resources from foundations for a GARE Core Members Implementation and Innovation Fund. …

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Topics: Uncategorized

People Behind the Movement: Anh Thang Dao-Shah

People Behind the Movement: Anh Thang Dao-Shah

March 11, 2019

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: San Francisco, California

Just Say No to Siloes: How the “One Fairfax” Plan Facilitates Inter-Agency Collaboration

Just Say No to Siloes: How the “One Fairfax” Plan Facilitates Inter-Agency Collaboration

March 11, 2019

Institutional Analysis Fairfax County, VA departmental leaders took a giant step towards addressing racial inequity in the county juvenile justice system …

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Topics: Criminal Justice (Police and Courts), YouthParticipating Jurisdictions: Fairfax County, Virginia

The People Behind the Movement: Manisha Paudel

The People Behind the Movement: Manisha Paudel

February 12, 2019

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Des Moines

Creating and Sustaining a Racial Equity Core Team: Members Discuss Challenges, Successes and Key Insights

Creating and Sustaining a Racial Equity Core Team: Members Discuss Challenges, Successes and Key Insights

February 11, 2019

Race Forward recently launched the Racial Equity Core Team guide, which provides jurisdictions and organizations with the tools and strategies to establish and …

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Topics: Racial Equity Core TeamsParticipating Jurisdictions: Asheville, North Carolina, King County, Washington, New York, New York

Seattle Office of City Auditor Pursues Racial Equity in its Audits through the use of its Race and Social Justice Toolkit.

Seattle Office of City Auditor Pursues Racial Equity in its Audits through the use of its Race and Social Justice Toolkit.

January 29, 2019

By: Virginia Garcia, Assistant City Auditor Seattle Office of City Auditor The Seattle Office of City Auditor (OCA) started using the City of Seattle’s …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Seattle, Washington

Washtenaw County Launches its One Community Initiative to Advance Racial Equity in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, Michigan!

Washtenaw County Launches its One Community Initiative to Advance Racial Equity in Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County, Michigan!

December 17, 2018

Washtenaw County is one of the wealthiest counties in Michigan, with high incomes and high rankings as one of the most economically vibrant, educated, healthy, …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan

Saint Paul, MN, City Libraries and Mayor Melvin Carter Propose Eliminating Late Fines!

Saint Paul, MN, City Libraries and Mayor Melvin Carter Propose Eliminating Late Fines!

November 20, 2018

Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL) staff members have been concerned about inequities related to overdue fines for years. The Library has taken many steps to …

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Topics: LibrariesParticipating Jurisdictions: Saint Paul, Minnesota

The Office of Equity and Human Rights: Building a City That Works for All Portlanders

The Office of Equity and Human Rights: Building a City That Works for All Portlanders

October 25, 2018

The City of Portland Office of Equity and Human Rights presented a report to City Council on the first 6 years of the office. Jeff Selby, OEHR’s talented …

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Topics: Civil Rights / Human RightsParticipating Jurisdictions: Portland, Oregon

The People Behind the Movement: Janine Anzalota

The People Behind the Movement: Janine Anzalota

October 25, 2018

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: King County, Washington

Washtenaw County Unanimously Passes Equity Policy

Washtenaw County Unanimously Passes Equity Policy

October 25, 2018

Washtenaw County, Michigan has some issues familiar to many GARE communities. We are fairly wealthy, considered top notch for education (thanks to The …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Washtenaw County, Michigan

A financial justice victory that is spreading: San Francisco’s elimination of high pain/low gain criminal justice fees

A financial justice victory that is spreading: San Francisco’s elimination of high pain/low gain criminal justice fees

October 24, 2018

By Anne Stuhldreher  Thirty-three year old Jessica Salazar was making good progress. After she got out of jail in San Francisco in 2016, she went to treatment …

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Topics: Criminal Justice (Police and Courts)

The People Behind The Movement: Katie Balderas

The People Behind The Movement: Katie Balderas

September 5, 2018

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Long Beach, California

Watch Chief Equity Officer for Fairfax County, Virginia, Karla Bruce, and  GARE Co-Director, Julie Nelson’s presentation: The Role of Government in Advancing Racial Equity

Watch Chief Equity Officer for Fairfax County, Virginia, Karla Bruce, and  GARE Co-Director, Julie Nelson’s presentation: The Role of Government in Advancing Racial Equity

July 10, 2018

The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) was pleased to be a part of the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers 6-part learning series …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Fairfax County, Virginia

The People Behind the Movement: Analilia Garcia

The People Behind the Movement: Analilia Garcia

July 9, 2018

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Santa Clara County, California

The People Behind the Movement: Michelle Melendez

The People Behind the Movement: Michelle Melendez

June 19, 2018

Michelle Melendez is the Director of Equity and Inclusion for the City of Albuquerque, NM, a Racial Equity Here Cohort City. For the past 15 years, she has …

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Topics: Commit to Action, The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Government Civic and Business Leaders Launch “Racial Equity Here” Commitment to Dismantle Structural Racism in America

Government Civic and Business Leaders Launch “Racial Equity Here” Commitment to Dismantle Structural Racism in America

June 19, 2018

NEW YORK, JUNE 19, 2018 — Recognizing the need to collectively tackle growing racial disparities, organizations from the public, private and philanthropic …

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Topics: Commit to Action

The Power of Partnership – Local Government Combines with Immigrant Advocacy Groups to Provide a National Model on Immigration Policy

The Power of Partnership – Local Government Combines with Immigrant Advocacy Groups to Provide a National Model on Immigration Policy

June 14, 2018

After months of community organizing and advocacy, King County, Washington Council adopted a new Immigration Ordinance that protects the privacy and civil …

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Topics: Civil Rights / Human Rights, Immigrants & Refugees, YouthParticipating Jurisdictions: King County, Washington

The People Behind the Movement: Analilia Garcia

The People Behind the Movement: Analilia Garcia

June 13, 2018

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Santa Clara County, California

The Flint Report, One Year Later: Setting a Course for Long-Term Change

The Flint Report, One Year Later: Setting a Course for Long-Term Change

May 15, 2018

By Agustin V. Arbulu, Director-Michigan Department of Civil Rights  In February 2017, the Michigan Civil Rights Commission released their groundbreaking …

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Topics: Utilities (Energy, Water, Garbage and Recycling)Participating Jurisdictions: Michigan Department of Civil Rights, Michigan

The People Behind the Movement:  Jennifer Swift

The People Behind the Movement:  Jennifer Swift

May 15, 2018

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Napa County, California

The People Behind the Movement: Zoe Polk

The People Behind the Movement: Zoe Polk

May 1, 2018

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? We have interviewed practitioners across the country who are working to advance more …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: San Francisco, California

Sixty-six Member Jurisdictions from across the country gather for GARE’s 2018 Annual Membership Meeting

Sixty-six Member Jurisdictions from across the country gather for GARE’s 2018 Annual Membership Meeting

April 19, 2018

More than 300 people attended the Government Alliance on Racial Equity National Membership Meeting from April 9-11 in Chicago, IL. The event, entitled "Caring …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Seattle: A Fair Chance Housing Ordinance Centering Racial Equity

Seattle: A Fair Chance Housing Ordinance Centering Racial Equity

April 17, 2018

By: Erika Pablo, Civil Rights Strategic Advisor, City of Seattle After a decade-long effort, Seattle passed the Fair Chance Housing ordinance. The Seattle …

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Topics: HousingParticipating Jurisdictions: Seattle, Washington

The People Behind the Movement: Tracy Patterson

The People Behind the Movement: Tracy Patterson

April 17, 2018

Q: Let’s start by talking about your current role with the Port of Seattle. I am the Manager of Talent Development and Diversity at the Port of Seattle, …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Port of Seattle

GARE gathers leaders from across Wisconsin for Advancing Racial Equity: The Role of Government in Appleton, Wisconsin

GARE gathers leaders from across Wisconsin for Advancing Racial Equity: The Role of Government in Appleton, Wisconsin

April 3, 2018

On March 7, GARE sponsored “Advancing Racial Equity: The Role of Government” in Appleton, Wisconsin.  The event brought together 95 leaders from government, …

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Topics: Uncategorized

The People Behind the Movement: Jessica Kingston

The People Behind the Movement: Jessica Kingston

April 3, 2018

Q: Let’s start by talking about your current position.  Can you describe your current role? I am the Director of the Department of Human Rights and Equal …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Saint Paul, Minnesota

GARE Awards Funding to Three Core Members for Innovative Projects!

GARE Awards Funding to Three Core Members for Innovative Projects!

March 14, 2018

The Government Alliance on Race and Equity is pleased to announce the first three recipients of the new Innovation and Implementation Fund. This Fund provides a …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Austin, Texas, Fairfax County, Virginia, Michigan Department of Civil Rights, Michigan

Making a Statement: Takoma Park, MD, is Making DecisionsThrough a Racial Equity Lens

Making a Statement: Takoma Park, MD, is Making DecisionsThrough a Racial Equity Lens

February 20, 2018

In January 2016, the Takoma Park, MD,  City Council began its annual retreat much like it had traditionally done: a check in on the status of major projects, an …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Takoma Park

Cities Across the Country are Applying a Racial Equity Lens to Their Parks!

Cities Across the Country are Applying a Racial Equity Lens to Their Parks!

February 13, 2018

Originally published by NRPA, in partnership with GARE on February 6, 2018, Department, by Alec Weis, Julie Nelson, Jennifer Ringold, Art Hendricks and Jules …

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Topics: Parks and Recreation

The People Behind the Movement: Nancy Locke

The People Behind the Movement: Nancy Locke

January 23, 2018

Q: Let’s start with your current position.  Can you describe your role? I am the Director of Purchasing and Contracting Services for the city of Seattle. I …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Seattle, Washington

Moving from Rhetoric to Results:  Minneapolis Creates Division of Race and Equity

Moving from Rhetoric to Results: Minneapolis Creates Division of Race and Equity

January 23, 2018

By Elizabeth Glidden, Former Ward 8 City Council Member for the City of Minneapolis. Elizabeth Glidden served Council Member for the City of Minneapolis from …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Minneapolis, Minnesota

The People Behind the Movement: Michael Davis

The People Behind the Movement: Michael Davis

January 9, 2018

Q: Let’s start by talking about your current role with the city of Seattle. I am the director of Environmental Justice and Service Equity for the Southeast …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Seattle, Washington

Multnomah County, OR, Creates a Workforce Equity Resolution that Centers Employee Experiences

Multnomah County, OR, Creates a Workforce Equity Resolution that Centers Employee Experiences

December 11, 2017

At a  September 14th Multnomah County Board of County Commissioners meeting, powerful public testimony from employees who described their experiences at …

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Topics: Jobs/Workforce EquityParticipating Jurisdictions: Multnomah County, Oregon

Leslie Zeitler joins GARE as the California Project Manager

Leslie Zeitler joins GARE as the California Project Manager

November 15, 2017

Leslie Zeitler joins as the GARE California Project Manager following a four-year stint with the California State University Bay Area Academy and more than a …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Amalia Morris joins GARE as the West Project Manager

Amalia Morris joins GARE as the West Project Manager

November 15, 2017

Amalia Morris joins as the GARE West Project Manager following a storied career in public service, most recently with the City of Portland. There as a Health …

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Topics: Uncategorized

Equity in Government Services: How the City of Philadelphia Utilized a Racial Equity Analysis to Inform Internal Resource Allocation and Drive External Outcomes

Equity in Government Services: How the City of Philadelphia Utilized a Racial Equity Analysis to Inform Internal Resource Allocation and Drive External Outcomes

November 15, 2017

By: Rebecca Swanson, Director of Planning and Analysis, City of Philadelphia, Department of Licenses and Inspections; Nefertiri Sickout, Deputy Diversity & …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Advancing Racial Equity – Putting Theory into Action: 2018 learning year for local and regional government in Minnesota

Advancing Racial Equity – Putting Theory into Action: 2018 learning year for local and regional government in Minnesota

November 8, 2017

The Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE), in partnership with the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC), is pleased to announce two new Minnesota cohorts of …

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Topics: Uncategorized

The People Behind the Movement: Ben Duncan

The People Behind the Movement: Ben Duncan

November 8, 2017

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity within government? Over the past year, we interviewed practitioners across the country who are working …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Multnomah County, Oregon

The People Behind the Movement: Desiree Williams-Rajee

The People Behind the Movement: Desiree Williams-Rajee

October 18, 2017

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? Over the past several months, we interviewed practitioners across the country who are …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Portland, Oregon

Advancing and Promoting Racial Equity on the rise in the Midwest!

Advancing and Promoting Racial Equity on the rise in the Midwest!

October 18, 2017

By: Gordon Goodwin and Manisha Paudel The 3rd floor of Madison Public Library was filled with over 100 local government and non-profit organization leaders …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Madison, Wisconsin

GARE Webinar Recap – Results for Racial Equity

GARE Webinar Recap – Results for Racial Equity

October 11, 2017

Overview: On September 13th, The Government Alliance on Race and Equity announced a new tool, Racial Equity: Getting to Results, developed to assist …

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Topics: Uncategorized

GARE Webinar Recap – Driving Into Debt: A Look at Inequities in the Traffic Fines and Fees System

GARE Webinar Recap – Driving Into Debt: A Look at Inequities in the Traffic Fines and Fees System

October 11, 2017

Traffic tickets. They seem innocuous as they are quite common, but the reality is, your financial situation dictates whether or not a ticket is a simple …

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Topics: Transportation

Libraries Take Action to Advance Racial Equity (Part 2 of 3)

Libraries Take Action to Advance Racial Equity (Part 2 of 3)

October 11, 2017

Saint Paul, Minnesota ABOUT THIS SERIES: The GARE Libraries Interest works to develop the capacity of libraries to make racial equity a priority within …

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Topics: Libraries, UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Saint Paul, Minnesota

Libraries Take Action to Advance Racial Equity (Part 3 of 3)

Libraries Take Action to Advance Racial Equity (Part 3 of 3)

October 11, 2017

Madison, Wisconsin ABOUT THIS SERIES: The GARE Libraries Interest works to develop the capacity of libraries to make racial equity a priority within libraries, …

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Topics: LibrariesParticipating Jurisdictions: Madison, Wisconsin

Libraries Take Action to Advance Racial Equity (Part 1 of 3)

Libraries Take Action to Advance Racial Equity (Part 1 of 3)

October 11, 2017

By: GARE Libraries Interest Group ABOUT THIS SERIES: The GARE Libraries Interest works to develop the capacity of libraries to make racial equity a priority …

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Topics: LibrariesParticipating Jurisdictions: Madison, Wisconsin, Marin County, California, Saint Paul, Minnesota, Seattle, Washington

The People Behind the Movement: Nefertiri Sickout

The People Behind the Movement: Nefertiri Sickout

October 3, 2017

  Nefertiri Sickout currently serves as Deputy to the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer of the City of Philadelphia and is part of …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The City of Portland Holds a Community Rally to Reaffirm their Commitment to Racial Equity

The City of Portland Holds a Community Rally to Reaffirm their Commitment to Racial Equity

October 3, 2017

In the wake of increasing anti-immigrant hostility and growing white supremacist aggression, the City of Portland’s Office of Equity and Human Rights; Multnomah …

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Topics: Uncategorized

The Intersection of Black Lives Matter and Public Health: Moving from Conversation to Action in Addressing Health Disparities

The Intersection of Black Lives Matter and Public Health: Moving from Conversation to Action in Addressing Health Disparities

October 3, 2017

By: Mehroz Baig Disease doesn’t discriminate. Disease also doesn’t operate in a vacuum. As public health researchers have spent more time looking at how …

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Topics: Human ServicesParticipating Jurisdictions: Alameda County, California, San Francisco, California

Results for Racial Equity Tool Release

Results for Racial Equity Tool Release

September 13, 2017

The Government Alliance on Race and Equity announces a new tool, Racial Equity: Getting to Results, developed to assist jurisdictions use a racial equity lens …

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GARE Welcomes its Newest Member: The City of Asheville, North Carolina

GARE Welcomes its Newest Member: The City of Asheville, North Carolina

September 8, 2017

Asheville, located in Western North Carolina, is the eleventh largest city in the state with a population of 89,121 (U.S. Census est. July, 2016). The city …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Asheville, North Carolina

The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is Getting real about structural racism and community engagement

The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is Getting real about structural racism and community engagement

September 8, 2017

Mayor Rosalynn Bliss has been intentional about addressing structural and systemic racism in the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Since becoming a member of the …

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Topics: Equitable DevelopmentParticipating Jurisdictions: Grand Rapids, Michigan

League of MN Cities President’s Award honors the 2016 Advancing Racial Equity Cohort

League of MN Cities President’s Award honors the 2016 Advancing Racial Equity Cohort

September 8, 2017

  The League of Minnesota Cities President’s award provides the opportunity for the outgoing President, at his or her discretion, to recognize the efforts …

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Washtenaw County Public Health Department Works to Break the School-to-Prison Pipeline

Washtenaw County Public Health Department Works to Break the School-to-Prison Pipeline

September 8, 2017

By Stephen Wade, MUP, Health Equity Policy Analyst, Washtenaw County Public Health July 2017 Washtenaw County Public Health had heard the anecdotes about …

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Topics: Criminal Justice (Police and Courts)Participating Jurisdictions: Washtenaw County, Michigan

The People Behind the Movement: Paul Schnell

The People Behind the Movement: Paul Schnell

September 8, 2017

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity within government? Over the past few months, we interviewed practitioners across the country who are …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Maplewood, Minnesota

Maplewood, MN, police department includes racial equity guidelines in police department policy

Maplewood, MN, police department includes racial equity guidelines in police department policy

September 8, 2017

Through a process of community engagement, Maplewood, Minnesota, Police Chief, Paul Schnell has published a prologue in the department's policy manual that …

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Topics: Criminal Justice (Police and Courts), UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Maplewood, Minnesota

Learn How Bloomington is Advancing Racial Equity

Learn How Bloomington is Advancing Racial Equity

September 8, 2017

Bloomington participated in the 2016 Minnesota Advancing Racial Equity cohort, and has assembled another team for the introductory 2017 Minnesota cohort, as …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Bloomington, Minnesota

The City of Edina Commits to Joining GARE

The City of Edina Commits to Joining GARE

September 8, 2017

Edina is participating in the 2017 Minnesota Advancing Racial Equity introductory cohort. Watch this video to learn more about why Edina committed to joining …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Edina

Accelerating Racial Equity in Cities: Emerging Insights

Accelerating Racial Equity in Cities: Emerging Insights

September 8, 2017

By Nora Liu, Racial Equity Here Project Manager, Government Alliance on Race and Equity Originally posted May 11, 2017 on the Living Cities' Blog The …

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Increasing accountability to the greater Portland community in Metro’s racial equity work.

Increasing accountability to the greater Portland community in Metro’s racial equity work.

September 8, 2017

Metro is the regional government for the greater Portland, Oregon region. This region is nationally recognized for its strong economy, its livability and its …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Metro, Oregon

Ontario launches anti-racism strategic plan

Ontario launches anti-racism strategic plan

September 8, 2017

With 14 million people, Ontario is rich in diversity, innovation and opportunity. It is estimated that by 2031, 40% of our province’s overall population will be …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Ontario

The People Behind the Movement: Mayor Greg Fischer

The People Behind the Movement: Mayor Greg Fischer

September 8, 2017

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity within government? Over the pastfew months, we interviewed practitioners across the country who are …

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Topics: The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Louisville, Kentucky

[Webinar Recap] Developing a Racial Equity Action Plan

[Webinar Recap] Developing a Racial Equity Action Plan

August 25, 2017

On Tuesday, July 25th, the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) hosted a webinar focused on how jurisdictions can sharpen their programs and policies …

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The City of New Orleans, Louisiana, Launches a Citywide, Data Driven Racial Equity Initiative

The City of New Orleans, Louisiana, Launches a Citywide, Data Driven Racial Equity Initiative

August 25, 2017

EquityNewOrleans is a citywide initiative of the Office of Mayor Mitch Landrieu funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. In partnership with the Foundation for …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: New Orleans, Louisiana

The City of Austin’s Community-Driven Approach to Advancing Racial Equity

The City of Austin’s Community-Driven Approach to Advancing Racial Equity

August 25, 2017

The City of Austin is a member of the Racial Equity Here cohort, a national movement of government leaders working to dismantle institutional racism, eliminate …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Austin, Texas

Philadelphia Finalizes Racial Equity Action Plan to Drive Equity Efforts

Philadelphia Finalizes Racial Equity Action Plan to Drive Equity Efforts

July 21, 2017

The City of Philadelphia is a member of the Racial Equity Here cohort, a national movement of government leaders working to dismantle institutional racism, …

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Topics: Housing, Human Resources, Public HealthParticipating Jurisdictions: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

City of Seattle Equitable Strategies Manager

City of Seattle Equitable Strategies Manager

June 6, 2017

City of Seattle Equitable Strategies Manager provides policy leadership for the Equitable Development Initiative (EDI) within Seattle  government; facilitates …

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Topics: Jobs/Workforce EquityParticipating Jurisdictions: Seattle, Washington

[Webinar Recap] How Public Health Agencies Can Support Immigrant and Refugee Communities

[Webinar Recap] How Public Health Agencies Can Support Immigrant and Refugee Communities

May 8, 2017

On Tuesday, April 11th, the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) hosted a webinar focused on how public health agencies can support local immigrant and …

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Topics: Immigrants & Refugees, Public HealthParticipating Jurisdictions: Alameda County, California, Washtenaw County, Michigan

We’re teaming up with National League of Cities to Advance Racial Equity in Government

We’re teaming up with National League of Cities to Advance Racial Equity in Government

May 8, 2017

Building off the work of our program, Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE), CSI is officially teaming up with the National League of Cities to expand …

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The People Behind the Movement: Mayor Rosalynn Bliss

The People Behind the Movement: Mayor Rosalynn Bliss

May 8, 2017

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity within government? Over the past few months, we interviewed practitioners across the country who are …

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Topics: Human Resources, The People Behind the MovementParticipating Jurisdictions: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Highlights from our 4th Racial Equity Here Cohort meeting in Austin Texas!

Highlights from our 4th Racial Equity Here Cohort meeting in Austin Texas!

April 19, 2017

CSI's core program, Government Alliance on Race and Equity, is partnering with Living Cities on Racial Equity Here, a project to advance racial equity in five …

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Topics: UncategorizedParticipating Jurisdictions: Albuquerque, New Mexico, Austin, Texas, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Louisville, Kentucky, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The People Behind the Movement: Vina Kay

The People Behind the Movement: Vina Kay

April 18, 2017

Who are the people leading the movement for racial equity in government? Over the past several months, we interviewed practitioners across the country who are …

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Topics: The People Behind the Movement, Uncategorized

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