Equity in the Center® (EIC) works to shift mindsets, practices and systems in the social sector to center race equity and build a Race Equity Culture™.
Building Race Equity in the Workplace
This publication is the culmination of Equity In The Center research, which illustrates in detail how organizations can move through the Race Equity Cycle® by activating specific organizational levers.
Awake to Woke to Work®: Building a Race Equity Culture™ provides insights, tactics, and practices social sector organizations can and have used to measurably shift organizational culture, operationalize equity, and move from a dominant organizational culture to a Race Equity Culture.
Race Equity Culture™ Services
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Open enrollment workshops for individuals and organizations on our Race Equity Cycle® framework and research
Partner Trainings
Workshops and trainings with partners to center race equity and promote allyship and liberation
Convenings
Opportunities for leaders and organizations to convene to drive race equity internally and across the sector
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Grieve. Integrate. Act. Rest.
Profound, collective grief has followed Hamas’ terror attack on Israel, the deepening conflict and resulting humanitarian crises. We mourn the lives lost and continue to hold Israeli and Palestinian victims, their families and loved ones in the light.
This conflict is a stark reminder of the global struggles for equity, justice and peace that have unfolded over centuries and millennia. We stand in solidarity with those whose lives have been forever altered by this tragedy. And, we envision a world where every life is cherished and valued as equal - where all humanity lives in peace, freedom and safety.
Swipe for resources, organizations to follow, trainings, and poems. Visit the link in our bio for the full blog post with all the links.
Grieve. Integrate. Act. Rest.
Profound, collective grief has followed Hamas’ terror attack on Israel, the deepening conflict and resulting humanitarian crises. We mourn the lives lost and continue to hold Israeli and Palestinian victims, their families and loved ones in the light.
This conflict is a stark reminder of the global struggles for equity, justice and peace that have unfolded over centuries and millennia. We stand in solidarity with those whose lives have been forever altered by this tragedy. And, we envision a world where every life is cherished and valued as equal - where all humanity lives in peace, freedom and safety.
Swipe for resources, organizations to follow, trainings, and poems. Visit the link in our bio for the full blog post with all the links.
We`re bringing you another opportunity to expand your knowledge and appreciation of the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island through the upcoming workshop, Indian 101 on November 2nd from 3:00 - 5:00 pm EST (2:00 - 4:00 pm CT / 1:00 - 3:00 pm MT / 12:00 - 2:00 pm PT) 🌟
This session, led by Vance Blackfox, an Indigenous theologian and a member of the Cherokee Nation, takes on particular significance as it coincides with the onset of National Native American Heritage Month (NNAHM) 🍂
#NNAHM provides a platform to honor the diverse traditions, languages, art, and histories of Indigenous communities across the United States. This Indian 101 workshop is a meaningful way to kick off this month-long celebration, as it not only sheds light on Native cultures but also encourages participants to engage in meaningful dialogue and activism to support Indigenous communities 🤝
Secure your spot now! (link in bio)
#Indigenous #Workshop #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #IndigenousSolidarity #VirtualTraining #TurtleIsland #RaceEquityCulture #RacialEquity #RaceEquity #Workplace #WorkCulture #Transformation #RacialJustice #OrganizationalCulture #Leadership #Equity #Nonprofits #Philanthropy #BuildingEquity #CultureShift #CultureChange #SocialJustice #DismantleWhiteSupremacy
We`re bringing you another opportunity to expand your knowledge and appreciation of the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island through the upcoming workshop, Indian 101 on November 2nd from 3:00 - 5:00 pm EST (2:00 - 4:00 pm CT / 1:00 - 3:00 pm MT / 12:00 - 2:00 pm PT) 🌟
This session, led by Vance Blackfox, an Indigenous theologian and a member of the Cherokee Nation, takes on particular significance as it coincides with the onset of National Native American Heritage Month (NNAHM) 🍂
#NNAHM provides a platform to honor the diverse traditions, languages, art, and histories of Indigenous communities across the United States. This Indian 101 workshop is a meaningful way to kick off this month-long celebration, as it not only sheds light on Native cultures but also encourages participants to engage in meaningful dialogue and activism to support Indigenous communities 🤝
Secure your spot now! (link in bio)
#Indigenous #Workshop #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #IndigenousSolidarity #VirtualTraining #TurtleIsland #RaceEquityCulture #RacialEquity #RaceEquity #Workplace #WorkCulture #Transformation #RacialJustice #OrganizationalCulture #Leadership #Equity #Nonprofits #Philanthropy #BuildingEquity #CultureShift #CultureChange #SocialJustice #DismantleWhiteSupremacy
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to these brilliant organizations participating in our first Race Equity Cycle Pulse Check™ Cohort! 🎉
✨ Southern California Grantmakers
✨ School’s Out Washington
✨ Peace and Security Funders Group
✨ The Healthy Communities Foundation
✨ The Center for Community Solutions
✨ The Executive Office of Health and Human Services - Rhode Island
This cohort is designed to advance organizations in their equity journey, offering coaching, capacity-building support, peer collaboration, and guidance in crafting a Race Equity Action Plan (REAP).
Think your organization would be a good fit for this transformative program? Sign up to receive info on future cohorts - visit the link in our bio.
#RaceEquity #CollectiveEquity #LearningTogether #RacialEquity #InclusiveWorkplace #RaceEquityCulture #Organizations #Cohort #Nonprofits #OrganizationalTransformation #OrganizationalCulture #BeyondDiversity
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to these brilliant organizations participating in our first Race Equity Cycle Pulse Check™ Cohort! 🎉
✨ Southern California Grantmakers
✨ School’s Out Washington
✨ Peace and Security Funders Group
✨ The Healthy Communities Foundation
✨ The Center for Community Solutions
✨ The Executive Office of Health and Human Services - Rhode Island
This cohort is designed to advance organizations in their equity journey, offering coaching, capacity-building support, peer collaboration, and guidance in crafting a Race Equity Action Plan (REAP).
Think your organization would be a good fit for this transformative program? Sign up to receive info on future cohorts - visit the link in our bio.
#RaceEquity #CollectiveEquity #LearningTogether #RacialEquity #InclusiveWorkplace #RaceEquityCulture #Organizations #Cohort #Nonprofits #OrganizationalTransformation #OrganizationalCulture #BeyondDiversity
Happy Indigenous People’s Day! Artwork by @alymcknight of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #SupportNativeArtists #NativeArt
#Repost @alymcknight
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EVERYDAY ✊🏽👊🏽🪶
BIG OOSE (thank you) sis @tiamiscihk for allowing me to reference your beautiful self for this painting 🤎🤎🤎
Happy Indigenous People’s Day! Artwork by @alymcknight of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes
#IndigenousPeoplesDay #SupportNativeArtists #NativeArt
#Repost @alymcknight
・・・
EVERYDAY ✊🏽👊🏽🪶
BIG OOSE (thank you) sis @tiamiscihk for allowing me to reference your beautiful self for this painting 🤎🤎🤎
Tired of allyship workshops that feel like nothing but lip-service? 🙄 We hear you and invite you to join our upcoming Intersectional Allyship for Racial Justice workshops with Whitney Parnell, co-founder of @serviceinsomnia!
You’ll learn how to leverage privilege for racial justice using the practical CLAIM framework (Care, Learn, Act, Influence, Maintain) and be a change agent in your workplace by centering people of color, navigating intersectionality, and igniting transformation ✨
Register to unlock the power of #Allyship in the fight for racial justice! 🔗 Link in bio.
BIPOC Allies: October 10 & 11, 2023 from 1pm ET - 4:30pm ET
White Allies: November 14 & 15, 2023 from 1pm ET - 4:30pm ET
#TooInspiredToBeTired #VirtualTraining #Workshop #RacialEquity #RaceEquity #AntiRacism #LeadingforEquity #RacialJustice #AllyshipIsAVerb #AllyshipInTheWorkplace #SocialJustice #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NonprofitStartup #Organizations #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram
Tired of allyship workshops that feel like nothing but lip-service? 🙄 We hear you and invite you to join our upcoming Intersectional Allyship for Racial Justice workshops with Whitney Parnell, co-founder of @serviceinsomnia!
You’ll learn how to leverage privilege for racial justice using the practical CLAIM framework (Care, Learn, Act, Influence, Maintain) and be a change agent in your workplace by centering people of color, navigating intersectionality, and igniting transformation ✨
Register to unlock the power of #Allyship in the fight for racial justice! 🔗 Link in bio.
BIPOC Allies: October 10 & 11, 2023 from 1pm ET - 4:30pm ET
White Allies: November 14 & 15, 2023 from 1pm ET - 4:30pm ET
#TooInspiredToBeTired #VirtualTraining #Workshop #RacialEquity #RaceEquity #AntiRacism #LeadingforEquity #RacialJustice #AllyshipIsAVerb #AllyshipInTheWorkplace #SocialJustice #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NonprofitStartup #Organizations #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram
Explore these new job openings in the social sector! Don`t miss the chance to work with these organizations and tap into valuable #RaceEquity resources in our latest newsletter 🗞️ (link in bio)
📌 Senior Director, Communications | @civilrightsorg
📌 Managing Director | @ellabakercenter
📌 Senior Organizer, Economic Justice | @communitychange
📌 Fundraising Manager | @npquarterly
#NowHiring #Jobs #RacialEquity #RacialJustice #Philanthropy #Nonprofit #SocialSector #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsofInstagram #JobOpportunities #JobsHiring #JobSearch #Leadership #SocialJustice #RemoteWork #NonprofitJobs #Marketing #Community #HybridWork #EconomicJustice #FundraisingJobs
Explore these new job openings in the social sector! Don`t miss the chance to work with these organizations and tap into valuable #RaceEquity resources in our latest newsletter 🗞️ (link in bio)
📌 Senior Director, Communications | @civilrightsorg
📌 Managing Director | @ellabakercenter
📌 Senior Organizer, Economic Justice | @communitychange
📌 Fundraising Manager | @npquarterly
#NowHiring #Jobs #RacialEquity #RacialJustice #Philanthropy #Nonprofit #SocialSector #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsofInstagram #JobOpportunities #JobsHiring #JobSearch #Leadership #SocialJustice #RemoteWork #NonprofitJobs #Marketing #Community #HybridWork #EconomicJustice #FundraisingJobs
“Liberating workers is not a zero-sum game; granting freedoms to one group does not inherently take them away from another.”
Swipe for more of what we’re reading, watching and listening to! Our latest newsletter has links to all + more #RaceEquity resources to help you on your journey (link in bio)
🗞️ Where Does DEI Go from Here? by Laura Morgan Roberts | @harvard_business_review
🗞️ Systemic Racism in AI: How Algorithms Replicate White Supremacy & Injustice by Bunny McKenzie Mack | @teenvogue
🗞️ If “Woke” Dies, Our Nation`s Truths Die with It by Tera W. Hunter | @readhammerandhope
🎙️ PODCAST: Unmasking the Impact of Racial Trauma on Brain Health: A Candid Conversation with Dr. Negar Fani | @impostrixpodcast
#RacialEquity #SocialJustice #RacialJustice #Leadership #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #Solidarity #AntiRacism #AntiRacismReading #News #Podcast #RecommendedReading #CultureShift #WorkCulture #DEI #Diversity#Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #Nonprofits #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #Organizations #Newsletter #ArtificialIntelligence
“Liberating workers is not a zero-sum game; granting freedoms to one group does not inherently take them away from another.”
Swipe for more of what we’re reading, watching and listening to! Our latest newsletter has links to all + more #RaceEquity resources to help you on your journey (link in bio)
🗞️ Where Does DEI Go from Here? by Laura Morgan Roberts | @harvard_business_review
🗞️ Systemic Racism in AI: How Algorithms Replicate White Supremacy & Injustice by Bunny McKenzie Mack | @teenvogue
🗞️ If “Woke” Dies, Our Nation`s Truths Die with It by Tera W. Hunter | @readhammerandhope
🎙️ PODCAST: Unmasking the Impact of Racial Trauma on Brain Health: A Candid Conversation with Dr. Negar Fani | @impostrixpodcast
#RacialEquity #SocialJustice #RacialJustice #Leadership #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #Solidarity #AntiRacism #AntiRacismReading #News #Podcast #RecommendedReading #CultureShift #WorkCulture #DEI #Diversity#Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #Nonprofits #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #Organizations #Newsletter #ArtificialIntelligence
❗️Act now to transform your approach to #RacialJustice conversations! Join our two-part training Racial Justice Stances: Dismantling White Supremacy Through Better Conversations starting TOMORROW, 9/26 and 9/28 from 1-3pm ET (12-2pm CT / 11am-1pm MT / 10am-12pm PT)
This is the last time this training will be offered in 2023! Don`t miss out on the opportunity to equip yourself with new tools to maintain your authenticity and values in moments of racial tension and conflict ✨
Register now on Eventbrite (link in bio)
#VirtualTraining #Workshop #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #ImportantConversations #RacialEquity #RaceEquity #AntiRacism #LeadingforEquity #SocialJustice #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NonprofitStartup #Organizations #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #SocialSector
❗️Act now to transform your approach to #RacialJustice conversations! Join our two-part training Racial Justice Stances: Dismantling White Supremacy Through Better Conversations starting TOMORROW, 9/26 and 9/28 from 1-3pm ET (12-2pm CT / 11am-1pm MT / 10am-12pm PT)
This is the last time this training will be offered in 2023! Don`t miss out on the opportunity to equip yourself with new tools to maintain your authenticity and values in moments of racial tension and conflict ✨
Register now on Eventbrite (link in bio)
#VirtualTraining #Workshop #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #ImportantConversations #RacialEquity #RaceEquity #AntiRacism #LeadingforEquity #SocialJustice #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NonprofitStartup #Organizations #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #SocialSector
“...The diversity efforts of the last three years have been largely cosmetic, performative, and perfunctory. We have barely begun to change the systems contributing to inequity. Nor have we fundamentally examined and overhauled the missions of our organizations that historically excluded people of color.”
Swipe for more of what we’re reading, watching and listening to! Our latest newsletter has links to all + more #RaceEquity resources to help you on your journey (link in bio)
🗞️ Looking Back on Three Years of Performative Diversity Efforts by S. Mitra Kalita | Charter - in partnership with @time
🗞️ The fastest way to kill collaboration? Obscure decision making by Cynthia Silva Parker | @iisclens
🎥 Ten Indigenous Films You Need to Watch by Brittany L. Cerny | @powwowscom
🎙️ PODCAST: Gen Z Staff, Gen X Leaders with Darren Isom | Nonprofit Lowdown hosted by @rheawongconsulting
#RacialEquity #SocialJustice #RacialJustice #Leadership #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #Solidarity #AntiRacism #AntiRacismReading #News #Podcast #RecommendedReading #CultureShift #WorkCulture #DEI #Diversity #Collaboration #Indigenous #IndigenousFilms #Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #Nonprofits #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #Organizations #Newsletter
“...The diversity efforts of the last three years have been largely cosmetic, performative, and perfunctory. We have barely begun to change the systems contributing to inequity. Nor have we fundamentally examined and overhauled the missions of our organizations that historically excluded people of color.”
Swipe for more of what we’re reading, watching and listening to! Our latest newsletter has links to all + more #RaceEquity resources to help you on your journey (link in bio)
🗞️ Looking Back on Three Years of Performative Diversity Efforts by S. Mitra Kalita | Charter - in partnership with @time
🗞️ The fastest way to kill collaboration? Obscure decision making by Cynthia Silva Parker | @iisclens
🎥 Ten Indigenous Films You Need to Watch by Brittany L. Cerny | @powwowscom
🎙️ PODCAST: Gen Z Staff, Gen X Leaders with Darren Isom | Nonprofit Lowdown hosted by @rheawongconsulting
#RacialEquity #SocialJustice #RacialJustice #Leadership #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #Solidarity #AntiRacism #AntiRacismReading #News #Podcast #RecommendedReading #CultureShift #WorkCulture #DEI #Diversity #Collaboration #Indigenous #IndigenousFilms #Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #Nonprofits #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #Organizations #Newsletter
This week, our Equity In The Center board members came together for a transformative two-day #Retreat at the @viceroydc in Washington, DC. This is the first time these brilliant minds were all in the same room together 🖤
Here`s a glimpse into our retreat objectives:
1️⃣ Strengthening Connections: Our board members deepened their sense of connection with each other and the essential work of EIC. Building strong relationships is at the core of our mission.
2️⃣ Strategic Clarity: We ensured that our board members have a clear understanding of the strategic planning process and how they can support our organization.
3️⃣ Commitments for Growth: Board members passionately articulated their individual and collective commitments to support our efforts to create lasting change. Together, we`re advancing #RaceEquity ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏿
4️⃣ Evolving Governance: We`re committed to staying aligned with our priorities and needs. Therefore, we explored and determined an updated governance structure that reflects our organization`s evolving journey.
Big thanks to our partners at Building for Mission and RoadMap Consulting for facilitating! Stay tuned for some EIC strategies and offerings that will emerge from this retreat 🌱
#BoardRetreat #WorkRetreat #NonprofitBoard #RemoteTeam #RemoteWork #Equity #RacialEquity #MissionWork #RaceEquity #Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #NonprofitLife #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofits #WorkCulture #Organization #Startup #WashingtonDC #CultureShift #Leadership
This week, our Equity In The Center board members came together for a transformative two-day #Retreat at the @viceroydc in Washington, DC. This is the first time these brilliant minds were all in the same room together 🖤
Here`s a glimpse into our retreat objectives:
1️⃣ Strengthening Connections: Our board members deepened their sense of connection with each other and the essential work of EIC. Building strong relationships is at the core of our mission.
2️⃣ Strategic Clarity: We ensured that our board members have a clear understanding of the strategic planning process and how they can support our organization.
3️⃣ Commitments for Growth: Board members passionately articulated their individual and collective commitments to support our efforts to create lasting change. Together, we`re advancing #RaceEquity ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏿
4️⃣ Evolving Governance: We`re committed to staying aligned with our priorities and needs. Therefore, we explored and determined an updated governance structure that reflects our organization`s evolving journey.
Big thanks to our partners at Building for Mission and RoadMap Consulting for facilitating! Stay tuned for some EIC strategies and offerings that will emerge from this retreat 🌱
#BoardRetreat #WorkRetreat #NonprofitBoard #RemoteTeam #RemoteWork #Equity #RacialEquity #MissionWork #RaceEquity #Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #NonprofitLife #NonprofitOrganization #Nonprofits #WorkCulture #Organization #Startup #WashingtonDC #CultureShift #Leadership
Looking for meaningful work that aligns with your values? Check out these exciting job opportunities from the sector! Apply to work at these organizations and access #RaceEquity resources in our latest newsletter 🗞️ - link in bio
📌 Marketing Manager | Climate and Clean Energy Equity Fund
📌 Director of Organizing | @ndncollective
📌 Senior Manager, Strategic Philanthropy | @womens_funding_network
📌 Program Associate, Sustainable Environments | Surdna Foundation
#NowHiring #Jobs #RacialEquity #RacialJustice #ClimateJustice #Indigenous #Organizing #Philanthropy #Nonprofit #SocialSector #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsofInstagram #JobOpportunities #JobsHiring #JobSearch #Equity #Leadership #SocialJustice #RemoteWork #NonprofitJobs #Marketing #Community #HybridWork
Looking for meaningful work that aligns with your values? Check out these exciting job opportunities from the sector! Apply to work at these organizations and access #RaceEquity resources in our latest newsletter 🗞️ - link in bio
📌 Marketing Manager | Climate and Clean Energy Equity Fund
📌 Director of Organizing | @ndncollective
📌 Senior Manager, Strategic Philanthropy | @womens_funding_network
📌 Program Associate, Sustainable Environments | Surdna Foundation
#NowHiring #Jobs #RacialEquity #RacialJustice #ClimateJustice #Indigenous #Organizing #Philanthropy #Nonprofit #SocialSector #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsofInstagram #JobOpportunities #JobsHiring #JobSearch #Equity #Leadership #SocialJustice #RemoteWork #NonprofitJobs #Marketing #Community #HybridWork
“…When I or someone else notices that I have done something anti-Black, we do not get stuck in unproductive and hurtful conversations about whether it was my intention or whether the other person is imagining things. We can instead move forward on how I can account for it and do better next time.”
From confronting anti-Blackness to giving feedback with care, Priscilla Hung`s insightful journey as Co-Director at Move to End Violence offers powerful lessons in #Allyship and growth ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏿
Swipe for more of what we’re reading, watching and listening to! Our latest newsletter has links to all + more #RaceEquity resources to help you on your journey (link in bio)
🗞️ What I’ve Learned About Showing Up for My Black Co-Director by Priscilla Hung | @movetoendviolence
🗞️ Free From Fear: Transforming Feedback to Change Culture by Alli Myatt of @the_equitypractice | @newthinking_mag
🗞️ Why Funders Need to Rethink the Concept of Nonprofit Resilience by Vu Le | @nonprofitaf
🎙️ PODCAST: Racial Justice at Work: How a Developmental Approach Can Help You Meet People Where They Are | The Inclusion Solution LIVE from @thewintersgroup
#RacialEquity #SocialJustice #RacialJustice #Leadership #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #Solidarity #AntiRacism #AntiRacismReading #News #Podcast #RecommendedReading #CultureShift #WorkCulture #DEI #Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #Nonprofits #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #Organizations #Newsletter #Philanthropy #LiberatoryFeedback
“…When I or someone else notices that I have done something anti-Black, we do not get stuck in unproductive and hurtful conversations about whether it was my intention or whether the other person is imagining things. We can instead move forward on how I can account for it and do better next time.”
From confronting anti-Blackness to giving feedback with care, Priscilla Hung`s insightful journey as Co-Director at Move to End Violence offers powerful lessons in #Allyship and growth ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏿
Swipe for more of what we’re reading, watching and listening to! Our latest newsletter has links to all + more #RaceEquity resources to help you on your journey (link in bio)
🗞️ What I’ve Learned About Showing Up for My Black Co-Director by Priscilla Hung | @movetoendviolence
🗞️ Free From Fear: Transforming Feedback to Change Culture by Alli Myatt of @the_equitypractice | @newthinking_mag
🗞️ Why Funders Need to Rethink the Concept of Nonprofit Resilience by Vu Le | @nonprofitaf
🎙️ PODCAST: Racial Justice at Work: How a Developmental Approach Can Help You Meet People Where They Are | The Inclusion Solution LIVE from @thewintersgroup
#RacialEquity #SocialJustice #RacialJustice #Leadership #DismantleWhiteSupremacy #Solidarity #AntiRacism #AntiRacismReading #News #Podcast #RecommendedReading #CultureShift #WorkCulture #DEI #Nonprofit #NonprofitStartup #Nonprofits #NonprofitOrganization #NonprofitsOfInstagram #Organizations #Newsletter #Philanthropy #LiberatoryFeedback
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We envision a future where nonprofit and philanthropic organizations are characterized by a Race Equity Culture™, meaning they implement and advance race equity internally while advocating for and centering it in work externally.
To achieve that future, we challenge colleagues to adopt specific tactics on the levels at which racism operates.