The Indiana Disproportionality Committee has been committed to ending the disparate treatment of black and brown youth for 16 years. We are outraged with the murder of George Floyd and the many other Black men, women, boys, and girls who have lost their lives through racially charged policing and profiling. We also recognize that the most recent acts of disregard for black human lives are not simply isolated events. The events unveil shocking realities that privilege has allowed many to ignore for too long. While mourning George Floyd, we also remain focused on addressing systems, policies, and practices that perpetuate a society where certain people’s lives have no value. Systemic racism and oppression are plagues that have always existed in this nation and must end. Because of it, not only has the literal life been snuffed from black and brown bodies but the fullness of life has been unobtainable for too many to name. Black Lives Matter is a mantra that IDC believes in, supports, and envisions a time where the statement is true at every level of our society. As a committee, we will continue dismantling racism and bringing awareness to implicit policies and practices that negatively impact minority communities. 

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​This website was designed to facilitate access to information and resources for community stakeholders. We believe that once our community becomes knowledgeable about issues related to disproportionality and the unintended consequences that occur for our youth, the community can find proactive ways to challenge inequitable practices and become advocates for change. 

The IDC and its members and partners from concerned agencies and organizations continue to inform the larger community, monitor progress, evaluate and assess ongoing issues and policies, and stress accountability for reaching our primary goal of eliminating disproportionality from all youth serving organizations related to child welfare, education, health, juvenile justice, and mental health.