Black History Month
Resolution text
Resolved, that the Executive Council of the Episcopal Church, meeting during Black History Month, February 9th-12th, 2023 in San Francisco, California, celebrate the importance of the teaching of Black history for all members of society at every level of education; and be it further,
Resolved, that the Executive Council, strengthened by the many resolutions of the General Convention opposing racism in all forms, expresses profound concern with attempts by school boards, local, state, and federal officials in the United States to eliminate, limit, or hinder the teaching of Black history or African American history in any form; and be it further,
Resolved, that the Executive Council urges all Episcopalians, dioceses, parishes and institutions to encourage their elected officials to promote the teaching of Black history and oppose the elimination of, limits on, or hindrances placed upon Black history education; and be it further,
Resolved, that a copy of this resolution be sent to every diocese of the Episcopal Church with encouragement to share with Episcopalians across the church.