Reducing Disparities: Advancing Toward Racial Equity

Across the country, urban universities are embracing new roles and expanding their varied contributions to the well-being of the communities they call home. Research universities are also uniquely positioned to evaluate and understand the challenges confronting residents in their region, and support programs and evidence-based interventions to help improve outcomes and advance equity.

Over the course of the Fall and Spring semesters, at the request of Boston University President Dr. Robert Brown, the BU Initiative on Cities is hosting a series of conversations to explore Boston University’s role in addressing racial disparities in the Boston region. This series will examine the contributions Boston University, as both an urban research institution and a community member, is and could be making to advance racial equity and reduce disparities. Please click here to learn more about these conversations, as well as other related events happening at Boston University.

The series continues on Wednesday October 26th with Reducing Disparities & Promoting Well-Being in Boston: The Role of the BU Community. We will highlight a broad array of campus leaders actively involved in programs that give students, staff and faculty the opportunity to directly address challenges in the community. Additional discussions and forums will be added throughout the semester. Stay tuned!