Dear Friends and Colleagues,

We are horrified and saddened by the tragic loss of life and ongoing, unequal treatment of the Black community in the United States and elsewhere.

In the US, we have watched with heavy hearts over the last weeks and months as racialized violence unfolded at a terrifying rate, although we recognize, of course, that this is nothing new. And we are well aware of the disproportionate impact of Covid-19 on people of color.

We mourn the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and all who have died or otherwise suffered at the hands of white supremacists and others with malintent. We recognize that many of us can only imagine the upset and trauma caused by these injustices, while others in our community are directly impacted by them.

We stand in solidarity with the black community against all forms of racism. We stand with all who have endured systemic violence and blatant injustice in the United States and throughout the world.

With wishes for positive change and greater justice in the weeks and months ahead. And sending our hope for peace, healing and safety to all who are in pain, suffering or in danger.

Steven Kuchuck and the Executive Committee

On behalf of the IARPP Board of Directors