Strengthening Our Web of Mutuality in the Face of Violence & Divisiveness
We are deeply troubled that a violent insurrection led by armed extremists unfolded in the U.S. Capitol this afternoon, disrupting the proceedings to complete the process of recognizing the lawful election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
As a global health and leadership development organization, Global Health Corps condemns violence unequivocally as an affront to human dignity, health, and wellbeing. We also condemn law enforcement practices that continue to disproportionately penalize and enact violence on BIPOC individuals, perpetuating white supremacy. Finally, we condemn ongoing attempts to obstruct the peaceful transfer of power by President Trump and his allies. They are primarily responsible for today’s violence and must be held accountable for their profound abuse of power and failure of leadership.
A critical antidote to violence and power hoarding is leaders who are driven by the values of equity, collaboration, humility, and empathy. We are proud that our global community of 1000+ health equity leaders live out these values in their corners of the world, from the U.S. to East and Southern Africa and beyond.
We strengthen our resolve to intentionally practice and develop values-driven leadership in these uncertain times. May we all strive to live and lead in accordance with Martin Luther King Jr.’s timeless reminder that “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny.”
Global Health Corps (GHC) is a leadership development organization building the next generation of health equity leaders around the world. All GHC fellows, partners, and supporters are united in a common belief: health is a human right. There is a role for everyone in the movement for health equity. To learn more, visit our website and connect with us on Twitter/Instagram/Facebook.
