Committee for Equity
& Justice

The Minnesota Affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives recognizes that:

• Institutionalized racism and discrimination exist within the profession of midwifery and within our professional organization.
• The racial and ethnic representation of nurse-midwives in the U.S. and of our membership are not reflective of the clients we serve.
• Members of underrepresented and marginalized groups face barriers to accessing the profession of midwifery.
• Inclusiveness, equity, and elimination of disparities are core values of our organization.

This Committee will work to:

• Create an anti-oppression framework for the organization
• Promote the practice of cultural humility
• Provide opportunities for members to examine issues of privilege, racism, oppression, justice and equity within our profession
• Create a culture that is welcoming, in which all voices are voiced and heard.
• Commit to gentle and compassionate dialogue among those participating in this committee