Equity Plan

Equity is one of MICA's core values. MICA is committed to creating and maintaining an organization grounded in equity and respect for community members both internally and externally. MICA embarked on an equity assessment to facilitated its grow in anti-racist and equity-centered practices as it reflected on 10 years of operation. MICA partnered with Revision Connections Group and consultant Melanie Powell-Robinson to review the culture, conduct an artifact review, provide anti-racist tools and resources, facilitate staff workshops, and provide recommendations on non-traditional ways of organizing the nonprofit to best align with its equity goals.

Leadership & Succession Planning

Equitable Compensation Plan

Wellness, Balance, Job duties

Culture Review

Melanie Powell-Robinson works as an executive coach and equity consultant for individuals and organizations through her company Revisioned Connections. In addition, she partners closely with consultants who support efforts to shift organizational culture and build team alliances for all groups, especially those with traditionally marginalized voices

Most of MICA's clients have a difficult journey to the United States. But once they get here, the challenges continue. The legal system is treacherous and there are no public defenders - even for children.

Helen entered the United States as an Unaccompanied Minor and reunited with her family in rural Illinois. She had to travel hours to get to the MICA offices because no other services existed near her home.

In order to attend her asylum interview, Helen and her MICA Project attorney traveled hours to Chicago and up 30 stories to the asylum office. There, with her attorney by her side, she bravely shared the traumatic experiences from which she fled. Helen was granted protection and permission to stay in the United States. We look forward to walking with her on the next steps of her journey.