Advancing racial equity requires attention to the norms and culture of a group, how resources are distributed, who makes decisions and on what basis, to whom the group holds itself accountable, and other issues of power and privilege. Through the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative, the University of Michigan and Taubman College are working to create an institution where all its members (students, faculty, and staff) can achieve their full potential regardless of their social identities (based on race, gender, sexual orientation or ability).