Mission

WRAC works to support, empower, and foster connections among individuals and communities of all identities, with a particular focus on women, through education, community-building opportunities, leadership training, advocacy, service, and personal and professional development.

Vision

WRAC will expand our reach, visibility, and partnerships as we strive to be a recognized leader and catalyst in fostering positive developments for people at the University of Iowa, in the surrounding community, and across the state of Iowa.

Inclusivity

Engaging with others to listen and seek to understand a wide range of perspectives, interests and experiences, and recognizing that by doing so something unique and valuable is created.

Collaboration

Engaging in co-ownership in joint causes and projects, identifying and recognizing commonalities and connections, and committing to investing the needed time and energy to this way of working

Fostering Positive Change

Raising awareness, increasing knowledge, and building skills to address barriers and obstacles that prevent people and communities from realizing their potential; and engaging in critical self-reflection

Effectiveness

Accomplishing goals with and through others, valuing assessment, reflection and critique as tools for improvement, and adapting to changing needs and opportunities

Safe and Supportive Environment
Providing a setting where individuals are believed, cared for, and empowered; seeking to understand the perspectives and experiences of others within a non-judgmental framework

Respect

Recognizing and valuing the views and inherent worth of individuals of all identities, and expanding models for engaging in sharing differing perspectives