About
community leading systems change towards racial equity
Mission
The mission of the Whatcom Racial Equity Commission is to lead and inspire the development of a Whatcom County where people of all racial backgrounds are not only able to live but are able to truly thrive in every aspect of their lives.
Vision
We envision a future where every person in Whatcom County, from all walks of life, can interact with their community and the world around them in a manner that affirms their humanity, honors their history, and celebrates their uniqueness.
Values
Our work is centered on the belief that people deserve to exist in spaces free from fear, discrimination, or marginalization, and that racial equity should be woven into the very fabric of our county’s social, political, and economic structures.
Our goal is to go beyond surface-level initiatives to build lasting systemic change that guarantees the full inclusion and representation of all racial groups.
Through collaboration, education, advocacy, and a commitment to deep, transformative work, the Whatcom Racial Equity Commission is dedicated to making this vision a reality—where racial equity is not just an aspiration, but an everyday lived experience for all people in our community.
