Network for Social Justice

Advancing equity and inclusion in Winchester

OUR MISSION

To foster a movement for systemic change to advance equity and inclusion in the town of Winchester and beyond.

WHAT WE DO

YOUTH ENGAGEMENT

seeks to broaden acceptance for diversity and equity in Winchester by building a strong base of students and adults in an effort to generate a culture change towards inclusion. Learn More >

RESPONSE & ADVOCACY

facilitates confidential conversations and provides support for people who feel they have been targets of, or witnesses to, harassment, bullying, hate crimes, or discrimination. The Committee also conducts responsive advocacy designed to address institutional policies or practices that have resulted in discrimination or exclusion. Learn More >

COMMUNITY EDUCATION & ENGAGEMENT

focuses on advancing dialogue and learning through annual NFSJ signature programs and trainings designed to build community capacity to advance racial and social justice work and facilitate ongoing conversations around difficult topics. Learn More >

Select Sponsors & Partners

Griffin Museum of Photography

Massachusetts Human Rights Coalition (MAHRC)

MA Indigenous Legislative Agenda

Studio on the Common

Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub

Winchester Community Access and Media, Inc

CHNA15

Winchester Co-Operative Bank

Lex Pride

SCI - Social Capital Inc.®

NAACP - Mystic Valley Area Branch

Winchester Community Music School

Mass Cultural Council

Mass Humanities

Wright-Locke Farm

Beth Israel Lahey Health Winchester Hospital

The Winchester Coalition for a Safer Community

Crawford Memorial UMC

Winchester Unitarian Society

Winchester Historical Society

Winchester Cultural District

ONGOING EXPLORATIONS

Click on the icon to read our ongoing series about the impact of language.

Click here to explore our guide outlining mental health and networking resources.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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NEWS

HUMAN RIGHTS STATEMENT
Winchester is a community that is grounded in respect for every individual, and therefore protects all residents, employees, business owners, students and visitors in the enjoyment and exercise of human and civil rights. It is town policy to ensure equal treatment and opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, country of origin, immigration status, religion, ideology, socio-economic status, health, sexual orientation, age, military status, or disability.
September 24 2009, updated August 6 2012 & May 18, 2020