Black Lives Matter
Statement by the Center for CreativityBlack lives matter.
This is not a controversial slogan. It is a statement of fact.
At the Center for Creativity, we know that we have work to do, work that includes but goes beyond fostering diversity and inclusivity. We believe in the power of making things, and now more than ever, it is clear that one of those things must be “change.”
We reject – and commit to taking action against – systemic racism and its manifestations: inequity, police brutality, erasure, and neglect. We embrace – and commit to supporting and participating in – the work of justice and transformation.
Necessarily, what we do will not be enough, because there is no “enough.” Anti-racism is a process to which we pledge our resources. New strategies and opportunities will emerge: we will engage them. New voices will shout, sing, and bear witness: they will have microphones.
Black lives matter.
This statement is meant to be the beginning of an ongoing process at the Center for Creativity. It is intended to evolve: we invite comments and suggestions from all Pitt community members. Please email us at creative@pitt.edu.