We — KCACTF National and Regional — pledge our resources to do our part to aid in the effort to dismantle institutional racism and the inequities that have contributed to the divide that exists in our country. We believe the call for action is critical at this time.
In August of 2019, KCACTF implemented the RED (Representation, Equity, Diversity) Initiative with a National RED Chair office and Regional RED chairs in all of our eight KCACTF regions.
The RED Chairs are at this moment at work to create an action plan for our organization. We are committed to being part of the change.
We envision a world where the arts can offer healing, understanding, empathy, but above all can tell all of our stories. KCACTF is determined to create safe and equitable spaces where every person’s story is heard and honored!
We are listening. We invite our theatre faculty, staff, and students across the nation to join us in the anti-racist work of interrogating ourselves, our institutions, and systems in order to secure justice for all.
Books to Read
Mental Health Resources
Crisis Text Line
They provide access to crisis counselors for the promotion of mental wellness and crisis care.
The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation
Their mission is to eradicate the stigma surrounding mental health care, specifically focusing on supporting members of the black community.
Self-Care Tips For Black People Who Are Struggling With This Very Painful Week
This article outlines some useful tools to establish boundaries and sustainable mental
health practices.
Organizations to Support
Works to eradicate white supremacy globally, and works locally to act and intervene when violence is committed to black people.
Minnesota Freedom FundDistributes donations to pay bail for incarcerated people, including arrested Minneapolis protesters, and bonds for immigrants.
