Racism
We work to become an anti-racist community—committed to eliminating personal and institutional racism and dismantling oppressive structures, policies and processes.
Explore our Advocacy EffortsEngaging in antiracist work is not about perfection but rather a constant quest for grace to see each other as Christ sees us.
Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ, The Spiritual Work of Racial Justice
Initiatives
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Mercy Students Address Racism
Each year, Mercy students are invited to enter our Social Justice Video Contest and put their creative ideas and skills to work by sharing stories of the Sisters of Mercy’s Critical Concerns. One of the the winning entries for the 2023 contest addressed the issue of advocating against racism.
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Commemoration of the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
Watch the United Nations’ General Assembly’s 63rd plenary meeting to commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.
Watch the video here
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Get Out The Vote With Mercy
Our Critical Concern for Racism calls us to “advocate for upholding voting rights of marginalized Americans.”
Watch our Short GOTV Videos
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Stories of Mercy
These Mercy stories address our Critical Concern for Racism.
Read Our Stories
Read Our Stories
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