As part of Simpson’s ongoing efforts to support our staff, participants, and the community, we actively work to engage with ways to challenge racism and systemic injustices in order to best serve our mission and hold true to our values. Not only is this engagement crucial for our staff and leadership, but it is also critical for those who support us to take the initiative to better understand those who they are helping.

We invite volunteers and community supporters to explore the resources here to not only understand the many injustices that are at the root of Simpson’s work but to also gain a broader knowledge of the many aspects of the communities we serve.

Resources presented here include books, videos, and is not meant to be an all-inclusive list, but rather a jumping-off point into learning about each topic.

Racism, Racial Justice & the Black Experience

Indigenous History & Perspectives

White Fragility, White Supremacy & Implicit Bias

Homelessness, Housing, Economic Perspectives, and Harm Reduction

Immigration

Mentoring, Education System, and Tools for Interactions and Understanding