Solidarity Statement

The Master of Rehabilitation Counseling program at the University of Texas at El Paso recognizes and contributes toward the solution of problems that reflect the structure and attitudes among our diverse population. As a program, we are dedicated to teaching counselors’ roles in eliminating biases, prejudices, and processes of intentional and unintentional oppression and discrimination. Rehabilitation counselors understand and advocate for diverse populations by developing cultural self-awareness, promoting cultural social justice, advocacy and conflict resolution, and other culturally supported behaviors that promote optimal wellness and growth. We express our genuine commitment to foster and sustain anti-racist efforts in our teaching, research, and community engagement. Rehabilitation counselors are aware that all individuals exist in a variety of contexts, and we will continue to stand behind all communities of all colors. We commit to recognize and embrace a cultural approach in support of the worth, dignity, potential, and uniqueness of all individuals. We stand in solidarity with all who are working for a more just and loving world, and will continue to implement and promote and protect the rights of all groups of people out of respect for equality and human dignity.