Felician University Interim President James Crawford, III has been named a member of the new Advisory Council on Racism for the Catholic Diocese of Arlington by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge.

In this role President Crawford will join Black clergy and lay men and women who will advise Bishop Burbidge on issues related to race. Council members bring with them a wide range of expertise from extensive service in the military and both the public and private sectors.

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The Council will identify practical ways to address racism in all its forms and its harmful impact on communities and individuals of various races and ethnicities.

Bishop Burbidge established the new Advisory Council on Racism to develop and oversee the implementation of a plan to address racism in all its forms in the Archdiocese of Arlington.

The Advisory Council will seek to identify where instances of racism, prejudice and bias have impacted individuals and broader communities in the Diocese. The council will also develop and oversee implementation of a plan with achievable ways to address racism and help bring about positive change.