In New York City, race-based inequities have been baked into our institutions and society, undermining some of philanthropy’s most critical strategic goals. In order to change the structures and institutions that shape lives, such as wages, education, housing and criminal justice, we must confront the ways that historical and present-day racism have limited opportunities. Government, citizens and philanthropy can engage in honest conversations that unearth the often unseen inequities woven into the foundation of our laws and policy, and imagine new roles for policy in creating a more equitable playing field for all. In New York City, groundbreaking work is underway to change the New York City charter in an effort to craft more racially equitable policies that will shape opportunity for millions of citizens.
Join us to learn more about and discuss the Racial Justice Commission’s three landmark ballot proposals for NYC voters and an unprecedented opportunity to re-shape the NYC Charter.
What will you learn?
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How the Racial Justice Commission’s three landmark ballot proposals: 1) Add a Statement of Values to Guide Government; 2) Establish a Racial Equity Office, Plan, and Commission; and 3) Measure the True Cost of Living will create systemic changes to NYC government in service racial equity
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The role of philanthropy in supporting and building momentum around the Racial Justice Commission’s vision for racial justice and equity in New York City
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How to turn awareness into commitment and action to build a fair, inclusive and equitable recovery from pandemic and beyond
Who should attend?
All interested funders in grantmaking, public policy, and related roles. What to expect: panel discussion followed by Q&A.
Speakers
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Jennifer Jones Austin, CEO and Executive Director, Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies (FPWA)
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Natasha Lifton, Director of Government Relations, Trinity Church Wall Street
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Maria Lizardo, Executive Director, Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC)
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Kerry McCarthy (Moderator), Vice President for Philanthropic Initiatives, The New York Community Trust