Mission Statement
The Allies Project at Macalester College consists of a group of faculty,
administrators, and students who are committed to creating a safe environment
and community for all people regardless of sexual orientation, race, ethnicity,
national origin, gender, religion, class, age, or ability. Macalester’s
community members have multifaceted personal identities and on an individual
and group level, these multiple identities can be celebrated or denied,
affirmed or oppressed, and be the source of strength, pride, and/or struggle.
Allies of the Allies Project provide support and resources to individuals
and/or groups who are exploring their own feelings and/or are struggling
with issues related to their multiple identities.
Statement of Purpose
The purpose of the Allies Project is to allow students, staff, and
faculty to easily identify supportive spaces and people on campus, feel
comfortable and safe in a confidential environment, express any issues
and concerns in an atmosphere of acceptance and support, and access information
and educational resources. The Allies Project symbol is a message
to all Macalester community members that oppressive comments and actions
will not be accepted or tolerated and will be addressed in an educational
and informative manner.
