NORWICH As officials approach the issue of racism and the effect on city services a model may already exist right within the city s borders.
During its meeting on July 19, the City Council voted unanimously on a resolution to recognize racism as a public health crisis. Among the measures in the resolution is the creation of a Health Equity Commission to help eliminate barriers to healthcare and other opportunities in the city.
However, the Board of Education has already had its Equity Committee for some time. Formed last fall, the committee has met twice so far and, according to Board of Education Secretary Carline Charmelus the process is still early, but leading to changes. Charmelus said the board approved a Racial Equity Policy during June’s meeting, and is working on a plan for the district’s Equity Director Sarah Duso.