Statement: Rejecting Racism and Embracing Justice

Statement: Rejecting Racism and Embracing Justice

The John A. Hartford Foundation's Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, has released a statement, "Rejecting Racism and Embracing Justice."

In the statement, she talks about structural racism and historical inequities woven into our societal fabric. "It is up to all of us to acknowledge this and respond by unraveling those patterns and weaving a new future together," says Dr. Fulmer. "We pledge to continue fighting racism, ageism and other injustices that prevent us from living in a nation where we can all age with dignity. We invite guidance and partnership from our network of grantees and colleagues so that, together, we can contribute to a more just and equitable world.

To read the statement, click here.