At Metro United Way, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable society that stands firmly against racism in all its forms. We are dedicated to dismantling systemic racism and promoting social justice. We educate, advocate, and support affected communities, including Greater Louisville, to create a more just and equitable society. Below you will find resources that help educate, raise awareness, advocate for change and foster dialogue that contributes to a more just and equitable world, free from racism and discrimination. Join us in our commitment to build a better future for all.
Metro United Way’s diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, programs, trainings, and more including Black Male Achievement, Racial Wealth Gap Simulations, and our Diversity Equity & Inclusion Speaker Series.
Metro United Way Racial Equity FAQs
Changing the Narrative for Boys & Men of Color
2019 State of Metropolitan Housing Report in Louisville
Health Impact Assessment of Expungement Policy in Kentucky
Equal Justice Initiative—Tragic Death of George Floyd Reveals Continuing Problem of Police Violence
Center for Policing Equity—The Science of Justice: Race, Justice, and Police Use of Force
The National Museum of African American History and Culture—Talking About Race
Dear White People: Here Are 10 Actions You Can Take To Promote Racial Justice In The Workplace – forbes.com
Prosperity Now – Racial Wealth Equity
Public Health Resources for Understanding Environmental Racism
Credit scoring is pseudoscience–and it perpetuates the consequences of slavery and segregation – Fortune
More books to read:
Resources for Families:
Resources for Educators, Students and Writers:
Define ourselves by our aspirations, not our challenges: Next Narrative for Black America
Sign Color of Change’s petition to end the War on Black people
Sign the Color of Change petition to get #JusticeforFloyd
Sign the Color of Change petition to get #JusticeforBre
Sign the Change.org petition to federally require psychological screenings for police employment
Donate to the Louisville bail project
Support Black-owned restaurants and other Black-owned businesses in Louisville.
Check-in with your Black friends (with something more thoughtful than just “how are you?”)
Have conversations that are difficult. It’s ok to be uncomfortable.
