b'Lets go all in on change.Were all in this together is one of the key statements we hear from the public when referencing the impacts of COVID-19. But the truth is were not all experiencing this together; we may be dealing with the same storm, but we are all in different boats. Privilege is keeping many boats afloat while systemic inequality is poking holes in the sails of others.COVID-19 has exposed a deep divide in our society that falls largely along class and racial lines. Amid this pandemic, Asian Americans have experienced an increase in racist and xenophobic attacks related to the coronavirus. In large cities like Chicago, African Americans make up 30% of the population, however these communities account for 52%of coronavirus cases and 68% of coronavirus related deaths. In Oregon, 13% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino, while these individuals represent 30% of coronavirus cases in which ethnicity was identified. COVID-19 has exasperated the ills of a racial caste system that still exists in this country. Racism in health care, environmental injustice, and generational trauma continue to contribute to the racial disparities that we are seeing today.At Lines for Life, we know we have to do better. Equity is a key initiative for us and it starts with having a trusting relationship with community members and organizations, which is at the heart of everything we do. We are present in the neighborhoods, community centers, schools, churchs, events and through our Racial Equity Support Line. And as we continue to build relationships and listen to the stories and experiences2020-21 Equity Initiativesof others, we take action to support their needs in a wayCharlas &that is culturally responsive andSupport Groups Provider Meetingsrespectful.16% 42%So, while we may not be going through these challenges together, we can collaborate to go all in on changing the status quo. We will only make progress toward eliminating theseEvents, Conferencesracial disparities when we do it& Presentationstogether: listening to, learning8%from, and amplifying the voices ofTrainingsunderserved communities.42% PressLets go all in on change. 12%5'