YWCA Minneapolis Appoints Crystal Fairchild as Vice President of Racial Justice and Public Policy
Inclusion and Equity Leader to Advance Community Impact and Advocacy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MINNEAPOLIS - YWCA Minneapolis is pleased to welcome Crystal Fairchild as its new Vice President of Racial Justice and Public Policy. Fairchild brings over 18 years of experience in equity and inclusion leadership as chief diversity, equity, inclusion and human resources officer at Thundermist Health Care and deputy chief inclusion officer with the Minnesota Governor’s Office. Her expertise will enhance the organization’s mission to eliminate systemic inequities and promote equity across education, health and economic environments.
“YWCA Minneapolis is committed to eliminating racism and empowering women and girls,” said Shelley Carthen Watson, YWCA Minneapolis president and CEO. “Crystal Fairchild’s demonstrated success in advancing equity and inclusion practices, particularly her work with the State of Minnesota, will enrich the racial justice work that is embedded in all of our programs, deepen our consulting efforts and spark meaningful dialogue and action in the community.”
Through transformative programs and legislative advocacy, YWCA Minneapolis continues to lead efforts to address systemic inequities. The appointment of Fairchild underscores the organization’s commitment to amplifying diverse voices, closing opportunity gaps and building a more inclusive community.
About YWCA Minneapolis
YWCA Minneapolis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women and girls. For more than 130 years, YWCA Minneapolis has led initiatives to challenge social injustices, particularly at the intersections of race and gender. Each year, the organization serves more than 15,000 people through high-quality programs and advocacy focused on racial justice, early learning, youth development and wellness.
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Tom Sedlacek | 612-215-4166