What we’re about
We are a diverse group of individuals and organizations coming together to address the various racial inequities in Orange County. We have been educating ourselves on these issues and have partnered with like minded organizations already active in this space. Education and understanding is a lifelong effort but we are now ready to take action against racial inequities with the long term goal of effecting policy change. Join us for one of our meetings or events and please let us know if you have any questions. Private message any of the leaders on Meetup.
Why Equity Matters
An equitable region is one in which all residents, regardless of race/ethnicity or nativity, neighborhood of residence, or other characteristics, are fully able to participate in their region’s economic vitality, contribute to the region’s readiness for the future, and connect to assets and resources. Latest data analyses find that inequality hinders economic growth and prosperity, while greater economic and racial inclusion fosters economic mobility and stronger growth. This suggests that equity—full inclusion of all residents in the economic, social, and political life of the region, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, or neighborhood of residence—is essential for regional prosperity.
Orange County Alliance for Racial Equity Participating Organizations:
Church of the Foothills
Humanist Association of Orange County (HAOC)
UU Church in Anaheim (UUCA)
UU Congregation of Fullerton Social Action Committee (UUCFSAC)
Affiliate Organizations:
Clergy & Laity United for Economic Justice (CLUE)
Peace Builders of Orange County
Road to Jubilee Collective
United Nations Association - Orange County (UNA-OC)
Let us know if your group would like to join us!
Disclaimer:
Views expressed by individual events do not imply an endorsement by OCARE or individual participating organizations. The views and opinions expressed by any guest speaker, participant or outside organization are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of OCARE in general.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- [Partner Event] Access to Gender Affirming Healthcare – Brit CervantesLink visible for attendees
Let's join our friends at Americans United for Separation of Church & State - OC.
Brit Cervantes (They/Them) is a nonbinary transgender person, advocate, and storyteller. They received a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Communications from California State University, Fullerton. Brit has been an advocate for equitable access to gender affirming healthcare for over a decade.
Zoom Reg HERE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.As the founder of Gender Affirming Professionals, Brit uses their lived experience as a transgender person and healthcare professional to provide others with the opportunity to learn how they can advocate for change that improves the lives and well-being of transgender people.
Brit will cover the key aspects of gender-affirming care including therapy, medical care, advocacy and mental health support.Americans United for Separation of Church and State has long been an opponent of denial of healthcare to the transgender community. We recognize that eroding the rights of transgender people is just another mandate to impose a Christian Nationalist view on our laws and policies, in the name of religion.
Please join us to learn more about the transgender community, the issues they face, and how you can help advocate for changes that will improve the members of this community.
Questions? PM me on Meetup or find me on LinkedIn
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