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Dismantling Structural Racism

Extension educators are active members of the Working Group on Structural Racism. The group's mission is focused on identifying and dismantling structural racism in CAHNR programs, policies, and practices, and fostering environments that advance racial equity, inclusion, and belonging by advocating for antiracist policies, practices, and norms.

There are four subcommittees of the Working Group on Structural Racism, each currently working on targeting outcomes and developing a list of short, medium, and long term actions or strategies. The four subcommittees are:

Antiracist and culturally sustaining learning environments
Space and support for Black, Indigenous and People of Color
Antiracist policy and process
Authentic community engagement

If you would like more information about the Working Group on Structural Racism, reach out to the co-chairs, Cary Chadwick or Mary Anne Amalaradjou .

Opportunities and Resources

Environmental and Social Justice Book Club

Extension educators and colleagues from across UConn meet as a group and read environmental and social justice books, followed by discussions on the material and changes that can be implemented. View a list of our past and future books.

Extension Antiracism Learning Community

Extension educators meet twice per month in a learning community on antiracism. A different educator leads each session with everyone reading articles, watching videos, or listening to podcasts before the learning community meeting. Members then discuss the materials and actions that can be implemented in our organization. A selection of the materials we've reviewed is available.

Antiracism in the Outdoors Resources

Our UConn Extension team worked with colleagues to develop an annotated bibliography of resources on antiracism in the outdoors.

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University Resources

CAHNR Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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UConn Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The UConn Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is available as a resource for all.

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UConn Land Acknowledgement Statement

All land in the State of Connecticut was once Native territory, which is why it is our duty to acknowledge that the University of Connecticut a land grant institution, is existing on Native land. It is important to understand the long-standing history that has brought you to reside on the land and to seek to understand your place within that history.

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UConn Cultural Centers

The UConn Cultural Centers support our students, faculty, staff, and community members.

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Annotated Bibliography of Structural Racism in the Food System

Michigan State University Extension created an annotated bibliography of structural racism in the food system. The 8th edition is currently available.

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