Foundation Against Intolerance & Racism-CO Chapter

Identity-based programs and practices that fixate on immutable characteristics have polarized our society and undermined the valuable progress we’ve made over the past half century. The divisive ideology underlying these policies has also driven a shift away from classical liberal values. Erosion of the core principles of universal equality and non-discrimination have encouraged decision makers to adopt strategies that promote equity of outcomes by treating some groups differently, and often more favorably, than others.

FAIR aims to reverse this trend with a dual approach: (1) through litigation that ensures diversity and inclusion efforts are non-discriminatory and (2) instigating a cultural shift at the grassroots level that celebrates a broad range of individual traits, talents and experiences and emphasizes equality of opportunity, not outcome. Our legal “wins” will lay the critical foundation to preserve classical liberal values, but we will also drive an organic shift in hearts and minds for long term, maximum impact.

FAIR's work builds upon Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of a society that treats all human beings equally, regardless of their immutable characteristics or identity group, fosters diversity without division, and advances his dream of a better life for all.