building an inclusive and just Colorado Springs

Spheres of influence

Sphere 1: Places of Power

Ensuring all voices are represented when and where decisions are made

Sphere 2: Places Of Belonging

Creating communities where everyone has a place to connect, learn, and heal

What We Value

Justice

Recognizing all humans as free and rational beings

Inclusion

An inclusive community encourages equal access to opportunities and resources

Hope

Hope is key to accomplishing goals and navigating life circumstances.

Safe Space

All members of our community deserve access to safe spaces.

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Colorado Springs Rate of arrests

Black residents in Colorado Springs are arrested two and half times more than white residents.

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Days of Learning Lost to Discipline

Black students lose 51 days of learning each year per 100 students vs. their white counterparts which lose 16 days of learning per 100 students for discipline.

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Life Expactancy

In Southeast Co Springs life expactancy is 16 years shorter than the state average