Advocating for equity and justice across Montana

 Our Work

First and foremost, we are a racial equity and social justice organization.

Our work centers on community organizing, education, and base-building and is rooted in the principles of solidarity, equity, and interdependence. Through the building and strengthening of relationships and the growing of alliances and networks, we work to build intersectional, antiracist leadership and community power toward transformational change in Montana.

Founded in 2015, The Montana Racial Equity Project (MTREP) is a statewide organization with headquarters in Bozeman.

“We belong to a place.
And we belong to each other.”

MTREP supports our communities by creating brave spaces for collective transformation.

Greetings to all,

We are thrilled to express our gratitude for the overwhelming response received from individuals applying for the communications and learning and development positions at the Montana Racial Equity Project. The enthusiasm and engagement have been truly inspiring, reinforcing our commitment to this crucial endeavor.

At present, we've been inundated with over 400 applications—an incredible testament to the collective dedication toward this cause. In our pursuit of ensuring a thorough and thoughtful review process, we are temporarily halting the acceptance of further applications. Our aim is to diligently assess and respond to each submission in a timely and respectful manner.

Rest assured, your interest and passion for this initiative are deeply valued. As we progress, we will assess the current pool of applicants and determine whether to reopen the positions or proceed with filling them based on the outstanding candidates we have.

Your support and interest in contributing to our mission are sincerely appreciated. Thank you for your understanding and continued commitment to advancing equity in Montana.

Warm regards,
MTREP

  • This work provides assessments, training, facilitation, curriculum design, materials review, campaign and organizing support, and organizational strengthening. We offer both programmatic and consulting services. Our work aims to uncover interpersonal bias, institutional racism, structural racism, historical trauma while creating pathways for authentic and accountable relationships. It is our belief that institutions and systems will transform when people and communities are in right relation–meaning our liberation is not only interconnected but interdependent.

  • My Voice, My Choice provides a space for reflection, strategy and community care for health care and abortion providers, leaders, organizations, activists and communities committed to strengthening Reproductive Justice for Montanans. My Voice, My Choice is designed to create a forum for up-to-date state policy and access updates, thematic explorations with leaders and experts, and presentations from the frontlines that are rooted in collective learning, coalition-building, and narrative change.

  • This space offers a chance to build community, spark discussion, and share in the work and wisdom of Black, Indigenous, Queer, and other writers of color. We have both a virtual and in-person gathering. Come read with us!

    Disclaimer: as we seek to build solidarity through coalition, one or two chosen books may not be authored by a writer of color.

Our Board of Directors

  • Pearl Michalson

    BOARD CHAIR

    Founder/CEO, Thanks Imaging

  • Julian Collins

    VICE CHAIR

    Director, Montana State University TRIO Support Services

  • Ja'Ton Simpson

    BOARD MEMBER
    Accredited Revenue Cloud Consultant and Trainer.

  • Lewis Black

    BOARD SCRIBE
    Care Manager, Youth Dynamics

What’s coming up at MTREP

“When you get, give.”

Our liberation is not only interconnected but interdependent.

Help us make a difference.