From the Declaration of Independence to Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation to the landmark case Brown vs. Board of Education, the United States has come a long way working toward racial justice. But there is still work to do!  Racism is found in systems such as healthcare, education, the workforce, and law enforcement.  In order to change these systems, it is vital that the hearts and minds of individuals change.  Make a personal commitment to become more aware of racial injustice and do your part to help bring about change for a better community.

At YWCA Central Alabama, we are committed to eliminating racism. 

We are proud to implement the Heritage Panel Program.  As a part of this program, our staff facilitates conversations about tolerance and diversity with high school and middle school students.  For more information about the Heritage Panel program, take a look at our page devoted to this program.

Also included in the racial justice section of our website is information and resources about racism, ideas for way to get involved with eliminating racism, and links to other organization with similar goals.

The YWCA Central Alabama is a member of the Birmingham Metro Diversity Coalition.  The Coalition was formed to help local organizations coordinate their efforts for racial justice.  For more information about the coalition, visit their website.