Articles tagged as: Racial equity
April 23, 2021
Kennedy King Memorial Initiative Unveils New Permanent Exhibit
A new exhibit unveiled Friday features the historic significance of Robert F. Kennedy's speech in Indianapolis announcing the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Read MoreApril 20, 2021
Bicentennial Commission Announces Next Mural Project
In September 2020, the Arts Council of Indianapolis kicked off the Bicentennial Legends mural series in honor of the city's 200th birthday. The first public mural will feature internationally known championship cyclist, racial justice advocate and Indianapolis native Major Taylor.
Read MoreApril 5, 2021
Black Medical Students Navigate Systemic Racism To Fulfill A Mission
Black medical students face challenges from the beginning. Many are faced with racism inside the lecture and hospital halls.
Read MoreMarch 19, 2021
Newfields Releases Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility Action Plan
The Newfields Board of Trustees released the plan Friday, saying it represents "the first steps" to take the arts institution in a new direction.
Read MoreFebruary 17, 2021
Newfields President Resigns Following Job Description Controversy
Newfields President Charles Venable resigned Wednesday after a job posting that cited the museum's "traditional, core, white art audience."
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2021
In A State Where Entrepreneurship Lags Among People Of Color, Some Promising Signs
According to Indianapolis Office of Minority and Women Business Development, the number of business consultations it offered to aspiring entrepreneurs more than doubled in the past year, despite the pandemic. An increased interest in entrepreneurship among communities of color is especially significant in a state like Indiana, which has historically lagged in that category.
Read MoreFebruary 15, 2021
New Fairbanks Foundation 'Community Data Snapshot' Highlights Regional Inequities
The Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation released a new Community Data Snapshot highlighting key trends in education, health, and economic well-being for Indiana and Marion County. The data reveal that systemic inequities persist across racial and ethnic lines.
Read MoreDecember 31, 2020
The Work, Funding And Challenges Of Addressing The Root Causes Of Violence
Many Indianapolis organizations, public and private, hope to lower violent crime by addressing root causes. These groups mentor, feed people, increase employment opportunities, reduce homelessness and connect those in need with mental health services. This series reports on their work, their funding and their ongoing challenges.
Read MoreDecember 24, 2020
Doctor's Video Alleges Bias In COVID Care -- Just Before She Dies
The video -- with its allegations of racial insensitivity -- has sparked an outcry on social media. Some commenters -- including doctors -- say the allegations reflect long-standing structural racism within the medical profession.
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