ICMA STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FOR AAPI COMMUNITY

The International Center of Medieval Art expresses deep concern and outrage regarding the recent acts of xenophobia, violence, and intolerance toward Asian-American and Pacific Islander communities (AAPI) in the US. We denounce this violence, and we assert our unwavering support to our AAPI colleagues, and to everyone who has been impacted and hurt by recent acts of racial violence. The ICMA affirms its anti-harassment policy and stands with other ACLS societies in condemning Anti-AAPI violence. The ICMA will continue to work to address issues of inclusivity in the field of medieval art history, and to determine how we might best move forward in building a supportive and welcoming profession. We want all members to feel safe in sharing their experiences, concerns, challenges, and vision for how we can improve the ways we work together.