Contextualization of Racism in MN and Ally-ship (Diane Banigo, CNM)
About the Committee for Equity and Justice
The Minnesota Affiliate Committee for Equity and Justice was created in 2016.
Mission Statement:
The Minnesota Affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives recognizes that:
- Institutionalized racism and discrimination exist within the profession of midwifery and within our professional organization.
- The racial and ethnic representation of nurse-midwives in the U.S. and of our membership are not reflective of the clients we serve.
- Members of underrepresented and marginalized groups face barriers to accessing the profession of midwifery.
- Inclusiveness, equity, and elimination of disparities are core values of our organization.
This Committee will work to:
- Create an anti-oppression framework for the organization
- Promote the practice of cultural humility
- Provide opportunities for members to examine issues of privilege, racism, oppression, justice and equity within our profession
- Create a culture that is welcoming, in which all voices are voiced and heard.
- Commit to gentle and compassionate dialogue among those participating in this committee
View the CEJ’s Statement Condemning State-Sponsored and Police Violence here:
MN Affiliate of the ACNM Statement Condemning State-Sponsored and Police Violence