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BUILDING EQUITABLE COMMUNITIES
UWSCMI recognizes the richness and resilience within communities facing deeply embedded injustice. Our
commitment to ALICE households compels us to focus on equity so that every person can access the resources
they need to thrive.
What This Means
We respect and value the experiences and wisdom of people who have faced discrimination and harm, including
BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color), members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities,
youth, and elders.
We celebrate the diversity of people, cultures and backgrounds that make our communities vibrant. We lift
their voices and strengths, especially those affected by injustice, so that everyone has a place at the table.
From wealth inequality to lack of access, we strive to change systems and break down barriers that keep
people from succeeding.
In doing this critical work, we collectively pave the way for a better future for everyone.
Increased Self-Awareness:
Team members deepen their
understanding of their own
identities, biases, and key EDI
concepts to build personal
growth and empathy.
Trust and Relationship Building:
Employees, community members,
board and volunteers build a
culture where trust, belonging
and fairness come 昀椀 rst.
INDIVIDUAL
UWSCMI staff, board, volunteers,
grantees, partners, donors
ORGANIZATIONAL
UWSCMI, partner
organizations, funders
Shared Power: UWSCMI centers
community members in decisions,
leading to collaboration and
accountability that lifts and
strengthens the marginalized and
oppressed voices that are most
impacted by decisions.
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Learning for Action: UWSCMI
cultivates a culture of inclusion,
belonging, continuous learning
by equipping every department
with strong equity champions
who drive skill development
and action.
SYSTEMS
Philanthropy, nonpro昀椀 t
sector, U.S. society
Equitable Impact: Working to
change systems to ensure fair
access to education, health,
economic security, community
resilience, and crisis response.
Wealth Building: Shifting to
community-focused fundraising
and investment strategies that
align with shared values and
challenge traditional power
structures.
