The Northeast Kingdom Collaborative stands in solidarity with people of color. We are committed to listening, learning, supporting, and taking action to dismantle systemic racism.
We encourage you to watch Sha'an Mouliert's interview series "I Am Vermont Too" and the Visible in Vermont panel, both of which shine a light on the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) across Vermont. Both provide an opportunity for reflection and dialogue for people who may be unaware of the ways they perpetuate racial stereotypes and harm.
As a white-led and predominantly white network, the NEKC is digging into what it means to actively participate in building a racially just society. We know that words are not enough and that we have work to do. We are partnering with local BIPOC leadership to identify steps we can take as an organization and how we can use our organizational privilege to do better.
Sha'an Mouliert will be hosting her much-anticipated 6-session series on racial literacy as soon as it is safe to gather. In the meantime, we are talking with Sha'an about leading single-session trainings. Email katherine@nekcollaborative.org if you're interested.
We welcome your feedback--please email us your thoughts and consider joining the NEK Allies for Racial Justice Facebook group to add your voice to conversation.
