About BCTRHT
Battle Creek Coalition for Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation
Our Story
The Battle Creek Coalition for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (BCTRHT) started in 2017 as part of a national project by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. The goal was to face the past and present effects of racism and help bring real change to Battle Creek, Michigan.
Now, BCTRHT is entering a new phase. After years of building trust, having open conversations, and working together, we are taking on a stronger leadership role. We are planning new strategies that show our values and meet the changing needs of the community. At the center of our work is fairness for everyone. We want to break down barriers—at the individual, organization, and system levels. Our programs bring people together, support community goals, and help move Battle Creek toward collective liberation: a future where everyone is free and treated equally.
Vision
A community where all belong, thrive, and are free.
Mission
We create spaces for people and organizations to share stories, connect, and work together toward shared goals.
Theory of Change
Transformation begins when a community is connected and rooted in love, care, and abundance.
Guiding Principles & Values
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Authentic Relationships and Belonging
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Justice & Accountability
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Intersectionality and Collective Liberation
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Racial Equity
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Truth & Historical Context
