The Allies for Change group provides support to the Alaska Black Caucus in the fight to end racism. This partnership with the Alaska Black Caucus helps to proactively dismantle the racist structures that have held many Blacks back in the areas of justice, education, health, and economics. We take direction from Alaska Black Caucus, and we take actions, complete tasks, and do work that supports the Alaska Black Caucus. We distribute that work among this group.
Are you interested in becoming an ally of the Alaska Black Caucus? If you would like to support our mission and stand in solidarity with us, please fill out this form so we can get in touch. We welcome everyone who wishes to join us as allies in our efforts.
Allies for Change Introduction
Standing up for Equality to End Systemic Racism in Alaska
The Alaska Black Caucus is committed to creating a truly equitable Alaska by amplifying Black voices and addressing both explicit and implicit racism within our education, justice, health, and economic systems statewide. Our nation was built on a foundation of racism and colonialism, resulting in lasting legacies that persist in our national, state, and local infrastructure. Alaska, like the rest of the country, is not exempt from the effects of white supremacy, which has fostered profound inequities for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
The Alaska Black Caucus: Allies for Change group has been established to support the efforts of the Alaska Black Caucus through direct action and meaningful tasks. We are a diverse assembly of community members who recognize our shared responsibility in the fight against racism. It should not fall solely on Black individuals to advocate for their human rights.
As a non-partisan organization, the Alaska Black Caucus focuses on enhancing the educational, cultural, political, and economic well-being of the African American community. It is essential for our community to rally around them in organizing diverse participation around issues affecting Black individuals. The Allies for Change group is inclusive and reflective of a wide range of racial and economic backgrounds. Many of us who are white recognize that our privilege has enabled us to occupy influential positions in our community and access valuable resources. We understand our responsibility to step up and play a supportive role in the pursuit of racial equity and justice. Those of us who are non-Black people of color acknowledge that while we too face the consequences of systemic racism, we benefit from certain privileges, and it is our duty to act.
Our group takes direction from the Alaska Black Caucus and will engage in organizing initiatives such as social media campaigns focused on issues affecting Black individuals, petitions and testimonies aimed at garnering legislative attention on racial equity and justice, and efforts that uplift Black communities and businesses in Alaska.
Every Sunday evening, the Alaska Black Caucus hosts a community conversation addressing various racial issues. Past discussions have included topics such as policing, the experiences of Black-owned businesses, and the fears parents have when raising Black children, including the necessity of having “the talk” to prepare them for potential encounters with law enforcement. Citizens of all races in Alaska are encouraged to participate in these dialogues to deepen their understanding of why collective action is vital in the fight for racial justice and the creation of a beloved community. Visit our event page for upcoming conversations.
To learn more about the Alaska Black Caucus visit our About ABC section, view our history, mission & vision.
Founding Members of Allies for Change:
Nick Bachman
Regan Brooks
Allison Hourigan
Carl Jacobs
Leon Jaimes
Jeannette Lee
Kir Moore
Marge Stoneking
Nithya Thiru
Susan Windgrove-Reed
Lauren Fernandes